Table of Contents
- Overview
- Results
- Risks
- Prevention
- Images
Biopsy - rectum
What the risks are
There is some risk of bleeding and tearing. Occasionally, patients may develop difficulty with urination after the procedure.
Special considerations
Images
Anal biopsy
Review Date: 11/01/2010
Reviewed By: Shabir Bhimji MD, PhD, Specializing in General Surgery,
Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, Midland, TX. Review provided
by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed byDavid Zieve, MD,
MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
