Tag Archives: breast biopsy

Print Release, Surgical Technology

PUBLISHED: Setup for a Breast Biopsy (Kingsborough Community College, Brooklyn, NY)

Setup for a Breast Biopsy (Kingsborough Community College, Brooklyn, NY)
Dana Donovan, BA, CST
Kingsborough Community College, Brooklyn, NY

Proper preparation of the operative field is essential for safe and efficient breast biopsy procedures. This instructional video was recorded at Kingsborough Community College and illustrates a setup performed by a certified surgical technologist. This demonstration includes preparation of the Mayo stand, back table, and ring stand; verification of medications on the sterile field; instrument organization; and performance of the initial count with the circulating nurse. This setup aligns with established best practices for a breast biopsy, which is a diagnostic technique used to examine suspicious breast lesions discovered through histologic examination. This demonstration aims to reinforce standardized preparation practices that support patient safety and efficient surgical workflow.

Print Release, Surgical Technology

PUBLISHED: Setup for a Breast Biopsy (Eastwick College, Ramsey, NJ)

Setup for a Breast Biopsy (Eastwick College, Ramsey, NJ)
Joseph Michael Ojeda, AAS, CST; Karen L. Chambers, MHA/Ed, CST, FAST
Eastwick College, Ramsey, NJ

In order to protect patients and facilitate a smooth surgical procedure, it is important to have all surgical instruments and supplies available and well organized. The goal of this educational video is to provide a step-by-step demonstration of how to prepare a sterile back table, Mayo stand, and ring stand for a breast biopsy, including tips on how to arrange items for maximum efficiency and how to prepare and perform the initial surgical count with a circulator.