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A kidney biopsy in Vijayawada is an invasive test and a highly complex procedure that needs to be carefully performed only by a nephrologist. The procedure is performed under local anaesthesia and involves the examination of a small piece of the kidney under a microscope. It is done either on a transplanted kidney (graft biopsy) or a native kidney.
Why is a Kidney Biopsy Recommended?
A kidney biopsy is recommended by a nephrologist:
To diagnose kidney diseases
To determine the severity of a kidney disease
If the kidney transplant is not operating correctly, yields negative blood results or the proteinuria contains a large amount of protein
If the patient gets diagnosed with renal disease or glomerular damage with no apparent cause
How is a Kidney Biopsy Performed?
A kidney biopsy involves the creation of a small incision in the patient’s back and the removal of small specimens of kidney tissue with the help of a thin, hollow needle. The patient will be conscious during the procedure but the site of operation will be sedated so that the patient doesn’t experience unbearable pain. In addition, a laparoscopic biopsy may be suggested if any bleeding issues or blood clot problems arise or if the patient has only one kidney. In some instances, the nephrologist might employ the use of a laparoscope for checking for bleeding and stop it if necessary.
Preparation:
Fasting for 4 hours is required before the procedure.
Your blood pressure should be managed to be within normal limits.
You must reveal all medications that you currently are on to the doctor. Please inform the doctor if you are on any blood thinners which need to be stopped at least 5 to 7 days before the procedure.
Have an early light breakfast before the procedure.
You must mandatorily undergo Prothrombin Time (PT) and Partial Prothrombin Time (APTT) blood tests before the test. Book an appointment at Manipal, the best nephrology hospital in Vijayawada.
During Procedure:
This procedure is a US-guided gunshot renal biopsy and takes about 15 to 20 mins.
The procedure is done from the back.
You are settled comfortably in an area where your privacy is respected throughout the procedure. You will be given a hospital gown to change into.
Local anaesthesia is given at the site of the biopsy, which is usually the lower back.
This is a daycare procedure. During the procedure, you will hear a sound similar to a gunshot.
You must lie still and not move during the procedure, to ensure the sample is collected in one attempt.
After the procedure, the Dynaplast dressing is done. You must lie still on your back, without too much movement for 2 hours after the procedure.
During this time, the nurse will regularly monitor your vital parameters. Kidney Biopsy Surgery is available at Manipal, visit today.
Post Procedure:
You will be observed till evening or for 6 hours, post-biopsy. If stable, you will be discharged. If there are any observations needed post-biopsy, you may need to stay back overnight.
Dynaplast dressing can be removed after 24 hours, preferably after a bath.
You must be on 24 hours of bed rest post-procedure.
A prescribed renal diet needs to be followed.
Observe for any haematuria (presence of blood in the urine). In the case of haematuria, please contact your doctor immediately.
The report will be issued in 4 to 5 working days.
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