Testicular Biopsy
Testicular Biopsy is a one of the treatments for male infertility and involves the process of taking a sample of tissue from the testicles for the analysis in the laboratory. Basically, the two testicles are the reproductive organs among the males that produce the sperms and the male’s reproductive hormones called “testosterone”. These testicles are located in the scrotum region, that is a soft fleshy pouch of the tissue which is used to hang the male’s penis.
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There are two types of testicular Biopsy.
Percutaneous Biopsy: In this a thin biopsy needle is inserted through the skin. The needle has a syringe on the end to collect the testicular tissue. This procedure does not require an incision or stitches. Also referred to as fine needle biopsy.
Open Biopsy: Also referred to as the surgical biopsy. The doctor starts by making a cut in the skin. A cut is also made in the testicle. Then a small tissue sample is taken from the opening and stitches are used to close the cuts.
Before having a testicular biopsy, One needs to tell your doctor if you:
If a testicular biopsy is done using local anesthesia, no specific preparation is needed. And If the biopsy is done using general anesthesia, your doctor will inform how long before surgery you need to stop eating and drinking. Instructions need to be followed very seriously otherwise the surgery might be canceled. During biopsy preparation, an intravenous line (IV) is inserted in your arm, and a sedative medicine is given about an hour before the biopsy.
Once the Testicular Biopsy is done, some special instructions need to be followed to heal fast and comfortably. Basic Instruction that is advised involves:
There is a slight risk of bleeding or infection. The area may be sore for 2 to 3 days after the biopsy. The scrotum may swell or become discolored. This should clear up within a few days.
