Trans-rectal Scan Biopsy

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If a suspicious lesion is identified with ultrasound or with a rectal examination, an ultrasound-guided biopsy can be performed. This procedure involves advancing a needle into the prostate gland while the radiologist watches the needle placement with ultrasound. A small amount of tissue is taken for microscopic examination.

The procedure

Ultrasound exams in which the transducer is inserted into an opening of the body may produce minimal discomfort.

If no biopsy is required, transrectal ultrasound of the prostate is similar or may have less discomfort than a rectal exam performed by your doctor.

If a biopsy is performed, additional discomfort, due to the needle insertion, is usually minimal because the rectal wall is relatively insensitive to the pain in the region of the prostate. A biopsy will add time to the procedure.

Rarely, a small amount of blood may be present in the sperm or urine following the procedure.

Last Updated ( Wednesday, 19 May 2010 09:18 )

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