Endometrial Biopsy Overview

Endometrial Biopsy Guide

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  • Summary
  • Definition
  • Other Names
  • How the Test is Performed
  • How the Test will Feel
  • How to Prepare for the Test
  • Normal Results
  • Risks
  • What Abnormal Results Mean
  • Why the Test is Performed
Reviewed By Audra Robertson, MD

Definition

Endometrial biopsy is a procedure in which a tissue sample is obtained from the endometrium (the inside lining of the uterus), and is then checked under a microscope. The tissue is thoroughly examined for any cell abnormalities or signs of cancer .


Other Names

Biopsy - endometrium


How the Test is Performed

This procedure may be performed with or without anesthesia. You will be asked to lie on your back with your feet in the stirrups. A pelvic examination will be done, and a speculum will be inserted into the vagina and opened slightly. The speculum is an instrument used to hold the walls of the vaginal canal open, in order to see the cervix.


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Encyclopedia: Endometrial Biopsy

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A biopsy is a medical procedure used to remove a sample of tissue from the patient to be analyzed and diagnosed by a physician. An endometrial biopsy is the only procedure used to discover endometrial cancer. It is only given to high-risk patients. Endometrial cancer is diagnosed in about 39,000 women every year in the USA. , Evaluation and Treatment of Infertility If taken several days before menstruation, the biopsy...


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Yahoo! Answers

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Endometrial Biopsy?
I have to have an Endometrial Biopsy done next week. I am hearing mixed stories...

I found some information. See these links: WebMD - Endometrial Biopsy http://women.webmd.com/endometrial-biopsy MedlinePlus - Endometrial biopsy http://www.nlm.nih.gov/MEDLINEPLUS/ency/article/003917.htm Terry

Asked by bootlegteen47 - 4 months ago

How long does it take to get the results back from an endometrial biopsy?
I had an endometrial biopsy 5 days ago. The dr. performed it based on...

First of all, take a deep breath. You are not alone. I have had a couple of these; they came back inconclusive and I had to have a D&C (actually...

Asked by Freckles - 29 months ago


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