Liver Biopsy

June 11, 2006

  • Liver Biopsy Recovery

    After the biopsy, the physician will put a bandage over the incision and have you lie on your right side, pressed against a towel, for 1 to 2 hours. (…)

  • Liver Biopsy Procedure

    Liver biopsy is considered minor surgery, so it is done at the hospital. For the biopsy, you will lie on a hospital bed on your back with your right hand above your head. (…)

June 7, 2006

  • Liver Biopsy

    In a liver biopsy (BYE-op-see), the physician examines a small piece of tissue from your liver for signs of damage or disease. A special needle is used to remove the tissue from the liver. (…)