Table of Contents
- Overview
- Results
- Risks
- Prevention
Punch biopsy; Shave biopsy; Skin biopsy; Biopsy - skin
What the risks are
Risks may include:
- Infection
- Scar (
keloids )
You will bleed slightly during the procedure. Tell your doctor if you have a history of bleeding problems.
Special considerations
Fluid-filled lesions may be examined by
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Skin lesion biopsy Prevention
Review Date: 08/02/2009
Reviewed By: Michael Lehrer, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of
Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by
VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David 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)
