CT Guided Biopsy... - Lymphomas Message Board

ash0479 · 09-19-2006, 01:05 PM

What should I expect during this process? I am very concerned about this, Is it much different than a typical CT Scan, well other than a radiologist jamming a needle into you? Are you sedated? Numbed? Anything else I should know...

Debbiefix · 09-19-2006, 02:00 PM

I never had one but I'll check with friends and see what I can find out. Keep checking back

ash0479 · 09-19-2006, 03:12 PM

Thanks Debbie, I know it involves having another CT Scan which allow the radiologist to place the needle into the mass and get some tissue...I am scared to death..

Debbiefix · 09-19-2006, 03:16 PM

Hasn't your friend's doctor discussed the procedure with him?

ash0479 · 09-19-2006, 03:30 PM

Debbie this is for me not my friend, thats why the previous post says NOW I AM SCARED....I am awaiting the call from the hospital for preperation tomorrow, I just have a feeling that I will not make it til then...