nodebiopsi
Nodebiopsi, or lymph node biopsy, is a medical procedure that obtains tissue from a lymph node for histopathological examination. The goal is to determine the cause of lymphadenopathy and to diagnose or stage conditions such as infections, cancers (including lymphoma and metastasis), and inflammatory diseases.
There are several biopsy methods. Excisional biopsy removes the entire node. Core needle biopsy uses a hollow
Indications include persistent or enlarging lymph nodes, suspected lymphoma or metastatic cancer, suspected infectious or granulomatous
The procedure is usually performed under local anesthesia, with sedation or general anesthesia for longer or
Preparation may involve medical history review, coagulation workup, and temporary stopping of certain medications that increase
Results are interpreted by a pathologist, often utilizing immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, or molecular tests as needed.