Purpose of the Procedure
- Determine the nature of the pelvic mass (benign vs. malignant).
- Avoid major surgery for diagnostic purposes only.
- Identify specific cell types to guide chemotherapy or surgery.
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Image-guided pelvic biopsy is a precise procedure used to collect tissue samples from pelvic lesions, ensuring an accurate histopathological diagnosis to guide your personalized treatment plan with maximum safety and efficiency.
Scientific name: Targeted Biopsy of Pelvic Mass
A medical procedure using imaging guidance to extract tissue samples from a pelvic mass. This essential diagnostic tool helps differentiate between benign and malignant lesions for accurate and personalized treatment planning.
Service type
Interventional Surgical Procedure
Duration
30-60 minutes
Fasting
6-8 hours of fasting
Included Services
- Imaging guidance (US or CT)
- Needle aspiration/biopsy
- Local anesthesia
- Pathology lab submission
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Indications for the Biopsy
- Presence of an indeterminate ovarian or uterine mass.
- Suspicion of atypical fibroids or lesions.
- Monitoring cases that do not respond to primary treatment.
Pre-procedure Instructions
- Fast from food and drink for 6 hours prior to the procedure.
- Complete blood coagulation tests (PT, PTT, INR).
- Stop blood thinners like aspirin as directed by your physician.
Conditions & Notices
- Inform the doctor about blood-thinning medications
- Bring previous radiology reports
- Presence of an escort for discharge
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