Prostate Ultrasound and Biopsy in Norman, Oklahoma (OK)
A prostate biopsy is a procedure where several small tissue samples
are collected from the prostate gland and examined for any signs of
cancer. An ultrasound is a procedure which uses ultrasonic waves to
produce images which help guide the biopsy procedure. Here is what you
can expect during your prostate ultrasound and biopsy.
Prostate Ultrasound and Biopsy: What to Expect
During
your prostate ultrasound, your urologist will use an ultrasound wand
which is slightly larger than a pen with a hollow needle attached. The
ultrasound wand is inserted into your rectum and guided to your prostate
(transrectal). Your urologist will then perform the biopsy by
collecting several small pieces of tissue from both sides of the
prostate. The tissue samples will be sent to a lab to be examined by a
pathologist who specializes in identifying disease in human tissue.
Your
prostate ultrasound and biopsy will take approximately 30 minutes and
will be administered under local anesthesia in your doctor’s office or
in an outpatient clinic. If you are exceptionally nervous, your doctor
can administer a sedative to help you relax.
Before your
ultrasound and biopsy you may be asked to clean the rectal area with an
enema. Medications such as antibiotics may be administered as a
precaution either before or after the procedure to reduce the risk of
infection. Tell your urologist is you are taking any nonsteroidal
anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) such as aspirin or ibuprofen, blood
thinning medications such as warfarin or heparin, or blood thinning
herbal medications such as gingko biloba, garlic, ginseng or fish oil,
as these can increase the risk of bleeding.
About Clifton L. Whitesell, MD
Dr. Whitesell is a board certified urologist committed to the detection, treatment and prevention of urological diseases. Through the use of the latest diagnostic testing and up-to-date treatment techniques, he can effectively identify and treat such conditions as urinary tract infections, overactive bladder, interstitial cystitis, infertility, kidney stones and prostate cancer.
Featured Specialist for Prostate Ultrasound and Biopsy in Norman, OK
Clifton L. Whitesell, MD
Call Now: (405) 334-5582
500 East Robinson StreetSuite 1300Norman, OK 73071
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