Transrectal biopsy
| Transrectal biopsy | |
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| ICD-9-CM | 60.11 |
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Transrectal biopsy is a biopsy procedure in which a sample of tissue is removed from the prostate using a thin needle that is inserted through the rectum and into the prostate. Transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) is usually used to guide the needle. The sample is examined under a microscope to see if it contains cancer.
References
- Transrectal biopsy entry in the public domain NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms
This article incorporates public domain material from Dictionary of Cancer Terms. U.S. National Cancer Institute.
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Tests and procedures involving the male reproductive system
- Transurethral incision of the prostate
- Prostate biopsy
- Transrectal biopsy
- Transurethral biopsy
- Prostatectomy
- Transurethral resection of the prostate
- Radical retropubic prostatectomy
- Transurethral microwave thermotherapy
- Transurethral needle ablation of the prostate
- Brachytherapy
- Prostate massage
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