Mp26-07 in-office freehand transperineal template mapping biopsy performed under local anesthesia using a novel needle guide: feasible, safe, and effective for cancer detection

Sepsis following transrectal ultrasound-guided (TRUS) biopsy is rising with numerous strategies aimed at curbing its incidence. Transperineal prostate biopsy has negligible rates of sepsis but has traditionally been reserved for saturation sampling, required general anesthesia, and use of a brachytherapy grid/stepper. Additionally, the adequacy of modified 12-core transperineal template mapping biopsy (TMB) is debated. Herein, we describe our initial experience with completely in-office free-hand transperineal prostate biopsy (TPBx) performed under local anesthesia.
Source: The Journal of Urology - Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Tags: Surgical Technology & Simulation: Instrumentation Technology I Source Type: research