Biopsy (CT and Ultrasound Guided)
What is ultrasound guided biopsy?
In addition to conventional diagnostic ultrasound, ultrasound also provides the ability to offer image guided biopsies into certain nodules or cysts. Using sterile technique with ultrasound guidance, a nodule can be further evaluated. A sample(s) of the nodule will be obtained when the nodule is solid or, in the case of a fluid filled cyst, fluid will be extracted from the nodule.
What is CT guided biopsy?
In addition to conventional diagnostic CT scans, CT also provides the ability to offer image guided biopsies into certain nodules or cysts. Using sterile technique with CT scan guidance, a nodule can be further evaluated. A sample (s) of the nodule will be obtained when the nodule is solid or, in the case of a fluid filled cyst, fluid will be extracted from the nodule.
What can I expect during this procedure?
The area will be anesthetized and a needle will be inserted through the surface of the skin into the area of concern. Multiple samples will be taken of the nodule and sent to a laboratory for analysis. If the nodule is fluid filled the fluid will be drained and also sent for analysis.
Image guided biopsy offers the opportunity for a less invasive procedure from surgery with diagnostic results.
