Lung Biopsy
What Is a Lung Biopsy?
A lung biopsy is a procedure to remove a small piece of lung tissue, so it can be examined under a microscope for signs of damage or disease. Most commonly, the biopsy is directed at a mass in your lung. Your doctor will insert a needle through your skin and into your lung. An imaging technique called computed tomography (CT) is used to help guide the interventional radiologist’s instruments to the appropriate site.
Before the Lung Biopsy
During the Biopsy
Potential Risks and Complications
After the Lung Biopsy
Call your doctor if you have any of the following:
If you develop shortness of breath or chest pain that is not usual for you, return to the Emergency Department immediately.
If any further questions or complications arise and you do not know what to do, please call the radiology department at Summit Healthcare at (928) 537-4375, ext. 6549. For questions after hours please ask for ext. 6332.
Getting your biopsy results may take a few days. When the results are ready, your doctor will discuss them with you.