PROCEDURES
PROSTATE
PROSTATE BRACHYTHERAPY
TURP
OPEN PROSTATECTOMY
RADICAL PROSTATECTOMY
TRUS - GUIDED PROSTATE BIOPSIES
TRUS - GUIDED PROSTATE BIOPSIES
OVERVIEW
A Transrectal Ultrasound (TRUS) works by using sound waves to create a detailed image of the prostate. Ultrasound and MRI guided biopsies are performed, so that tissue samples are collected from the prostate gland, for examination to determine whether or not the tissue collected is cancerous or not.
A TRUS may also be used to find out what may be causing infertility in the male reproductive system. It may also be used to deliver treatments for cancerous and non-cancerous conditions of the prostate, or the surrounding structures. Urologists use TRUS to place an implant for brachytherapy, the delivering of high intensity focused ultrasound and for cryosurgery.
Before the procedure, you will be given antibiotics as an additional safeguard against infection. You may also be given medication for pain and anxiety or general anaesthesia injection in the area of the rectum to minimise pain and discomfort during the procedure.
During the procedure, Dr Singh will insert a probe into the rectum. The probe transmits images to a computer monitor, allowing Dr Singh to view the prostate and determine whether or not there are any abnormalities.
The probe can also be used to guide a biopsy in the prostate. In this case, the TRUS is used to guide a needle into the prostate so that tissue samples can be taken. The tissue samples gathered are then sent to a laboratory for further testing.
After the procedure and biopsy samples are taken, the probe is removed. You may feel some pain and or discomfort in your rectum and abdominal area. Dr Singh will give you a pad to wear in case of any bleeding. You will remain in hospital for observation until a surgeon or nurse is satisfied with your condition.
