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Core Biopsy
Core Needle Biopsy | Cancer Hospital in Whitefield Bangalore
Overview:
A core needle biopsy is a procedure where a needle is passed through the skin to obtain a sample of tissue from a mass or lump. The tissue sample is then examined under a microscope for any abnormalities.
Pre Procedure:
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You are requested to carry the doctor’s prescription and come to the procedure room in the Oncology department.
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Please inform your doctor if you are on blood thinners / cardiac medicines.
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There are no dietary or food restrictions before the procedure.
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You must eat properly and come for the procedure. Make sure you are not on an empty stomach.
During Procedure:
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This is an invasive procedure that usually takes about 20 minutes. It is performed by the treating Oncology doctors at a cancer hospital in Whitefield Bangalore with a nurse assisting at all times.
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You may experience slight pain/discomfort during the procedure.
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You will be asked to sign a consent form.
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You are settled comfortably in an area where your privacy is respected throughout the procedure.
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The site of the biopsy is exposed and the rest of the body is covered with a bedsheet/blanket.
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The site is disinfected with an antiseptic solution.
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A doctor may administer local anaesthesia via injection around the area to numb it.
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The procedure is done with an automated gun.
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Post-procedure, the site will be disinfected with an antiseptic solution and a band-aid will be applied to the site.
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You will be asked to rest for 5 minutes.
Post Procedure:
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Post-procedure, you may be advised, painkillers.
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There are no dietary restrictions after the procedure and you may resume normal activities.
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The applied band-aid may be removed after a few hours, post-procedure.
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Reports will be available within <1 to 4 days> and can be collected from the Department.
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