By Niki | November 4, 2011
What is a Liver Biopsy Procedure?
The liver biopsy procedure refers to a surgical process, in which small pieces of tissue from the liver are obtained. These pieces of tissue are then sent to a lab, where they are analyzed and tested under a microscope, to identify if there is any possibility of liver damage or [...]
By Niki | October 3, 2011
Cervical Biopsy
A cervical biopsy test is essentially a medical procedure that is performed in the event that the presence of cancer or dysplasia is suspected. The cervical biopsy results will help confirm the presence of cancer or any other major condition that could be affecting the woman. The biopsy is the retrieval of sample tissue [...]
By Niki | September 8, 2011
Lung biopsy recovery varies according to the kind of biopsy procedure conducted. In a bronchoscope or needle biopsy procedure, the patient is allowed to go home after four hours. The patient may experience some coughing up of blood after either procedure. In the case of an open biopsy, the patient may experience weakness and wooziness [...]
By Niki | September 8, 2011
Oxygen necessary for the normal functioning and normal activities of the body is taken in by lungs. The carbon dioxide, a waste material, is then pushed out through our lungs. Any deviation in the functioning of these vital organs or formation of extra tissue growth (or nodules) is of grave concern. A preliminary chest X-ray [...]
Genital warts are a rather common infection that most women are infected by and is caused due to numerous types of human papillomavirus virus (HPV). The virus spreads through direct contact and is extremely dangerous as it can lead to cervical cancer or cause changes in the cervix which eventually lead to cancer. Genital warts [...]
Testicular Ultrasound
Testicular ultrasound or sonogram is a procedure in which sound waves are reflected against the scrotum in order to obtain an image of the testicles. This produces an image of the epididymis, which is the long, tightly coiled tube that lies behind the testicles and is responsible for collecting the sperm, and the vas [...]
Side Effects of Cervical Biopsy
Cervical biopsy involves the collection of a sample of tissue from the cervix for pathological examination and detection of cancer. The amount of cervical tissue collected for this purpose depends on the way in which the sample is obtained. In a simple biopsy, only a tiny amount of tissue is extracted [...]
