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Prostate Biopsy

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What To Think About

Normal prostate biopsy results do not rule out cancer.
If the prostate biopsy results show cancer, other tests may be needed to determine the spread of the cancer. These tests may include a blood test (prostate-specific antigen), bone scan, lymph node biopsy, or computed tomography (CT) scan. For more information, see the topics Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA), Bone Scan, Lymph Node Biopsy, and Computed Tomography (CT) Scan.
Not all types of prostate cancer are treated. There are many things to consider when deciding on a treatment plan. For more information, see the topic Prostate Cancer.
A prostate gland biopsy does not cause problems with erections and will not make a man infertile.

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By	Healthwise Staff
Primary Medical Reviewer	E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer	Christopher G. Wood, MD, FACS - Urology, Oncology
Last Revised	January 31, 2011

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