“Which anesthesia is selected for colon biopsy?”
I will have a colon biopsy. Which anesthesia is selected for colon biopsy?
3 Answers
Conscious sedation
Hello,
You are asking the question of which anesthesia is used for a colon biopsy. The answer to this depends on the type of biopsy that you will experience.
Most colon biopsies are done during colonoscopies. These are usually performed without using anesthesia. Patients are usually awake and alert during this procedure. If the biopsy is of a potential metastasis under CT or ultrasound guidance, these are usually performed without anesthesia.
Your best bet is to ask your physician about the procedure. If you are feeling very nervous about the procedure your doctor can prescribe medicine will calm you to have the procedure. The medications can sedate you for a few hours during and following the procedures.
Good luck.
You are asking the question of which anesthesia is used for a colon biopsy. The answer to this depends on the type of biopsy that you will experience.
Most colon biopsies are done during colonoscopies. These are usually performed without using anesthesia. Patients are usually awake and alert during this procedure. If the biopsy is of a potential metastasis under CT or ultrasound guidance, these are usually performed without anesthesia.
Your best bet is to ask your physician about the procedure. If you are feeling very nervous about the procedure your doctor can prescribe medicine will calm you to have the procedure. The medications can sedate you for a few hours during and following the procedures.
Good luck.
I am not clear on what you mean by a “colon biopsy” so it would be best to ask your provider.
