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Adrenal Biopsy
Home Care and Complications
What happens later at home?
People are usually free to return to their usual activities the day after an X-ray-guided biopsy. The bandage can usually be left on until it falls off, usually a day or two later. Specific instructions are provided by the staff.
If the sample was obtained during surgery, recovery usually takes slightly longer. In this case, the surgeon gives specific home care instructions before a person leaves the hospital.
The results of the biopsy are usually available within a few days. The biopsy may reveal:
What are the potential complications after the procedure?
An X-ray-guided biopsy may sometimes cause a small hole in the lungs that can lead to breathing problems. Either method can cause bleeding, infection, or allergic reaction to anesthesia. Any new or worsening symptoms should be reported to the doctor.