Transrectal or transperineal prostate biopsy
Ultrasound-guided prostate biopsies
A prostate biopsy involves taking tissue from the prostate and checking it for cancer
What is a prostate biopsy?
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men. Using ultrasound technology, we can do a biopsy (take samples of prostate tissue and send it for analysis) to find out if you have cancer and if it is likely to spread.
We offer two types of biopsy:
- transrectal
- transperineal
Need to know
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What happens during a prostate biopsy? icon plus
For a transrectal biopsy, we'll put an ultrasound probe into your rectum (back passage) to scan your prostate. We'll then pass a special needle through the probe to take 10 to 18 tissue samples. A transrectal biopsy is normally done under a local anesthetic, which means we'll numb the area around your prostate. Occasionally, it may be carried out under a general anaesthetic.
For a transperineal biopsy, we'll do the same, but we'll pass the needle through your perineum (the skin between your scrotum and rectum). We'll take 24 to 54 samples. A transperineal biopsy is normally done under a general anaesthetic. -
How to prepare icon plus
Your consultant will review your medical history and medications on the day of your procedure. They'll also explain the procedure itself. We may provide you with anti-embolism stockings, which help to prevent blood clots from passing into your lungs.
Like all procedures, there may be some risks and side effects involved. Your consultant will explain these to you. -
After your biopsy icon plus
Your consultant will let you know when you can get back to your usual routine, including work or exercise.
Our prostate consultants
Our locations
From complex prostate surgery to diagnostic tests and minor procedures, we provide exceptional urology care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
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The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place
London W1U 5NY
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The Wellington Hospital
Wellington Place
St John's Wood
London NW8 9LE
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London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street
London
SE1 2PR
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The Lister Hospital
Chelsea Bridge Road
London
SW1W 8RH
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The Christie Private Care
Wilmslow Road
Manchester M20 4BX
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The Prostate Centre
18 Devonshire Street
London W1G 7AQ
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HCA UK at The Shard
The Shard
32 St Thomas Street
London SE1 9BS
Book an appointment
Our team can help with any enquiries or you can make an appointment with one of our experienced consultants.
Call us today
020 7079 4344