Ramona Posted July 25, 2021 Share Posted July 25, 2021 I had a CT guided biopsy on June 9th, and unfortunately due to location of the nodule, they were unable to get a tissue sample. I am now scheduled for a repeat biopsy on Aug 5th. I was curious as to whether a repeat biopsy is typically successful in retrieving the tissue sample the 2nd go around? And are there further complications with having the biopsies done fairly close together? I have had worsening shortness of breath and pain since my last biopsy, so am concerned that this time won't work either. Is there anything I can do to ensure a greater likelihood of it working this time? Any suggestions and thoughts are more than welcome! Thanks! 💗 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Galli Posted July 25, 2021 Share Posted July 25, 2021 Ramona, A guided needle biopsy always contains the possibility of a miss. There are so many variables in play that it is difficult to synthesize a discrete reason. Moreover, I'm not sure there is any relationship between 2nd biopsy success or failure and first. Guided needle biopsies, in my experience, are very minor surgical procedures so I don't think there are complications caused by having several performed in close proximity. I do hope your second is a success and provides you with a diagnosis. Stay the course. Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramona Posted July 25, 2021 Author Share Posted July 25, 2021 Hi Tom, thanks so much for your response! That is good news, and has put my mind at ease at least a little bit. I am so glad to hear the info you shared! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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