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    Testicular Biopsy

    Testicular Biopsy



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    It is important to remain completely still while a biopsy is done under Reference local anesthesia Opens New Window. If this is not possible, general anesthesia may be needed.




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


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