genitourinary disorders
Biopsy of the Kidneys, Bladder, and Prostate
Prostate biopsy
Prostate biopsy is usually done to diagnose Prostate Cancer . Contraindications include bleeding diathesis, acute Overlying structures (perineum or rectum) are anesthetized, a spring-loaded biopsy needle is inserted into the prostate, and tissue cores are obtained. Complications include the following: Urosepsis Hemorrhage (including hematuria and rectal bleeding) Urinary Retention None Isolated Hematuria None Hematospermia (often for 3 to 6 months after biopsy) 