Prostate Biopsy

Biospy, Prostate

What To Think About

• Normal prostate biopsy results do not rule out cancer.
• If the prostate biopsy results show cancer, other tests may be needed to determine the spread of the cancer. These tests may include a blood test (prostate-specific antigen), bone scan, lymph node biopsy, or computed tomography (CT) scan. For more information, see the medical tests Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA), Bone Scan, Lymph Node Biopsy, and Computed Tomography (CT) Scan.
• Not all types of prostate cancer are treated. There are many things to consider when deciding on a treatment plan. For more information, see the topic Prostate Cancer.
• A prostate gland biopsy does not cause problems with erections and will not make a man infertile.

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Author:	Bets Davis, MFA	Last Updated: February 25, 2009
Medical Review:	E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine Christopher G. Wood, MD, FACS - Urology/Oncology
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