| Wound edges can be approximated with sutures when an excisional biopsy is performed. |
| A 51-year-old woman underwent an excisional breast biopsy following detection of abnormal calcifications on a routine mammogram. |
| Additionally, it is well known that the best cosmetic result after breast conservation therapy occurs after only a single excisional biopsy is performed. |
| For many years, burn reconstructive surgery comprised incisional or excisional releases of scars and skin autografting. |
| These conditions make excisional surgery impossible for a large percentage of patients. |
| Because of sampling errors and difficulties in obtaining an accurate diagnosis, excisional biopsy of enlarged lymph nodes should be performed. |
