Renal biopsy
Renal Biopsy
Renal biopsy (pronounced: /ˈriːnəl ˈbaɪɒpsi/) is a medical procedure that involves obtaining a sample of kidney tissue for diagnostic purposes.
Etymology
The term "renal" is derived from the Latin word "renes", meaning kidneys. "Biopsy" is a combination of the Greek words "bios" (life) and "opsis" (sight), indicating the examination of living tissue.
Procedure
A renal biopsy is typically performed by a nephrologist or an interventional radiologist. The procedure involves inserting a needle through the skin into the kidney to extract a small sample of tissue. This sample is then examined under a microscope by a pathologist to identify any abnormalities.
Indications
A renal biopsy may be indicated in various situations, such as unexplained acute kidney injury, persistent proteinuria, hematuria, or to evaluate the progression of kidney disease.
Risks
Like any medical procedure, a renal biopsy carries some risks. These may include bleeding, infection, and damage to the kidney or surrounding structures.
Related Terms
- Nephrology: The branch of medicine that deals with the study of kidneys.
- Pathology: The study of disease, its causes, processes, development, and consequences.
- Radiology: The science dealing with X-rays and other high-energy radiation, especially the use of such radiation for the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Renal biopsy
- Wikipedia's article - Renal biopsy
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