Interventional Ultrasound - Biopsies FAQs
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- It is recommended to wear separate top and bottom clothing to make accessing the treatment area easier.
- Depending on the procedure, specific guidance about food, drink, and medications will be given at the time of booking.
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Our team will explain exactly what will happen during your procedure. It may vary slightly from what we describe below, so don’t worry if this is the case, you’ll always be in very good hands.
At the start of your appointment, the area of concern will be identified using ultrasound imaging.
Once the area is located, the skin will be cleaned with antiseptic. A local anaesthetic may be administered to help numb the area and reduce pain.
Some biopsies may require sedation.
The needle will be directed to the appropriate area under ultrasound guidance. The needle will be used to remove a tissue sample for a biopsy.
Following the biopsy, the area may be pressed on firmly for a few minutes to reduce bruising and bleeding, and then covered with a dressing. -
The time required for an interventional ultrasound biopsy varies depending on the specific procedure. For details about the duration of your appointment, you can enquire when booking.
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Following a biopsy, the samples are immediately sent to a pathologist after the procedure. The pathologist will then examine the samples and determine whether they represent normal or abnormal tissue. The pathologist is generally able to issue a report on the samples within 48 hours.
A copy of the report is sent to Queensland X-Ray and to your doctor.
Depending on the procedure, specific guidance about your recovery will be given during your appointment.
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Like all medical procedures, interventional ultrasound biopsies carry some risks. Depending on the specific procedure, these risks may vary. In general all procedures carry a risk of bleeding, infection or pain of varying degrees. The specific risks regarding these procedures are discussed during the consent process.
Patients are monitored after the biopsy to assess for complications.
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Interventional ultrasounds are performed by a skilled team of nurses, sonographers, and doctors using advanced ultrasound imaging to ensure precise diagnosis.
Interventional Ultrasound - Injections FAQs
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- It is recommended to wear separate top and bottom clothing to make accessing the treatment area easier.
- Depending on the procedure, specific guidance about food, drink, and medications will be given at the time of booking.
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- Our team will explain exactly what will happen during your procedure.
- At the start of your appointment, the area of concern will be identified using ultrasound imaging.
- Once the area is located, the skin will be cleaned with antiseptic. A local anaesthetic may be administered to help numb the area and reduce pain.
- The needle will be directed to the appropriate area under ultrasound guidance. The needle will be used to inject medication (or PRP). You may feel some discomfort or pressure.
- An injection may take a few minutes, during which time you may feel some pressure or discomfort. We will do our very best to keep this to a minimum and keep you comfortable.
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The time required for an interventional ultrasound injection varies depending on the specific procedure. For details about the duration of your appointment, you can enquire when booking.
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Following the medication being administered, you may initially feel relief from the local anaesthetic, but this will wear off after a short time.
Discomfort in the area may persist for a few days.
Depending on the procedure, specific guidance about your recovery will be given during your appointment.
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Like all medical procedures, interventional ultrasound injections carry some risks. Depending on the specific procedure, these risks may vary and will be discussed during the consent process.
For injections, it is normal to experience some mild inflammation or pain at the injection site. In rare cases, excessive inflammation can cause a flare-up of pain, which can be managed with guidance from your referring practitioner.
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Interventional ultrasounds are performed by a skilled team of nurses, sonographers, and doctors using advanced ultrasound imaging to ensure precise treatment.
How much will it cost?
Fees for radiology procedures will vary depending on a variety of factors. We will advise you about the cost of your service at the time of booking but if you do have any questions, contact us and one of our team will be happy to help with your query. You can read more about our billing information here.
How do I access my images?
At Queensland X-Ray, we provide our patients with their images and results online. To access your images and results, you’ll need to register for an account when you visit one of our practices. If you’ve already registered, you can access the Patient Portal here.