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Does brain biopsy use anesthesia?
Prior to the biopsy, the patient is placed under general anesthesia
What secondary biopsy may be performed on a patient with lymphoma?
The doctor may perform a bone marrow biopsy.
What danger exists in the majority of liver biopsy procedures?
In most cases, there is little risk to the patient from the biopsy procedure.
How is the patient positioned for a cone biopsy?
The procedure is performed with the patient lying on her back with her legs in stirrups.
How serious is a breast biopsy?
A needle breast biopsy is a minor outpatient procedure. Pain is usually well-controlled with acetaminophen and ice. Patient normally can drive themselves to and from the biopsy.
How is the patient positioned during a cone biopsy?
The procedure is performed with the patient lying on her back with her legs in stirrups.
How long does a patient need to heal after a cone biopsy?
The biopsy site may take up to six weeks to completely heal.
What risks does a biopsy have?
Infection and bleeding occur rarely after skin biopsy. If the skin biopsy may leave a scar, the patient usually is asked to give informed consent before the test.
What happens in a bone biopsy?
A bone biopsy involves using a special drill or other surgical instruments to remove bone from the patient's body.
What risks are associated with the open biopsy method of lung biopsy?
Possible complications of an open biopsy include infection or pneumothorax. If the patient has very severe breathing problems before the biopsy, breathing may be further impaired following the operation.
What is the name of process of removing tissue samples from a patient for diagnostic purposes?
Biopsy
What care should a patient receive after a myocardial biopsy?
At the end of the biopsy, the catheter will be removed and pressure will be applied at the site where it entered the blood vessel in order to encourage healing. The patient will then be taken to the recovery room. It is advisable to remain flat.
