Transperineal MRI-US fusion targeted prostate biopsy
This procedure uses ultrasound and MRI scans to accurately take a biopsy sample from the prostate gland, which can then be checked for cancer and cancer staging.
Who can have a Transperineal MRI fusion targeted prostate biopsy?
The procedure is most commonly carried out on men with suspected prostate cancer, often following a raised PSA result. It can also be a useful and accurate test to find out if cancerous cells have changed, if there is a pre-existing cancer.
What does a Transperineal MRI fusion targeted prostate biopsy involve?
During the procedure, your surgeon will place an ultrasound probe into your bottom allowing your surgeon to see your prostate. The surgeon will then layer an image previously taken via MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) over the live ultrasound image, enabling biopsy samples to be taken accurately from the areas of the prostate gland that look abnormal.
By using both the ultrasound and MRI scan together, your surgeon can be more precise and targeted when collecting the biopsy. This targeted approach means that less samples need to be taken and you’re also less likely to experience side-effects compared with other techniques for collecting prostate biopsies. Additional biopsies are also taken of other areas to double check the MRI has not missed anything.
The procedure takes around 20-30 minutes, of which you will be under general anaesthetic or deep sedation. The procedure can also be done under pure local anaesthetic as well if you choose.
What is the recovery period?
The recovery period for a transperineal MRI fusion targeted prostate biopsy depends on various factors, including your age.
Usually, you will only need to stay in hospital for one night whilst you recover. Our dedicated urology specialist nurse will work with you closely after your operation to make sure you recover as quickly as possible.
Self-pay packages
If you wish to self-pay for your treatment, we offer a range of package options, including:
- Hospital packages that group standard diagnostics and the procedure into one clear price. Consultant fees, anaesthetist fees, and any other addition to your treatment are billed separately.
- Fixed price packages that group everything you may need for treatment into one clear price, including pre-admission tests, the procedure, professional fees, post-op outpatient care, and any other consultant-recommended services.
If you would like to enquire about a self-pay package, please call our dedicated team on +44 (0)20 7244 4886.
Hospital package from £4,585 (daycase), £5,375 (1 night), and £6,530 (2 nights).
Included in package price:
- pre-admission outpatient tests, which includes standard pathology and diagnostic tests (ECG and chest X-ray), if required
- recovery and accommodation
- ward medications, dressings, and nursing consumables
- procedure, including anaesthetic drugs and theatre consumables
- standard post–op medication
- inpatient physiotherapy and surgical stockings, if required
- discharge medication (up to £50)
- all patient meals and non-alcoholic beverages (light meals for daycases)
Excluded from the package price:
- consultant or anaesthetist fees
- companion beds and catering for relatives or visitors
- diagnostics, unless stated in inclusions
- additional procedures
- additional pathology and supplies
- histology tests
- take-out supplies
- personal expenses, such as telephone calls, ambulances, or additional catering
- re-admission for return to theatres
Included in the package price:
- Consultant’s surgeon and consultant anaesthetist professional fees.
- One follow-up consultation with consultant within post-op timeframe.
- Pre-admission outpatient tests, which includes standard pathology and diagnostic tests (ECG & Chest X-ray), if required.
- Recovery and accommodation which includes a stay in a private en-suite room.
- Ward medications, dressings, and nursing consumables.
- Theatre procedure, including anaesthetic drugs and theatre consumables.
- Standard post–op medication issued and used during the inpatient stay.
- Inpatient physiotherapy, pathology, histology, and surgical stockings, if required.
- Discharge medication pertaining to the condition being treated by this package.
- All patient meals and non-alcoholic beverages (light meals for daycases).
- Post- op x-rays and physiotherapy pertaining to the procedure within 2 weeks.
- Return to theatres within 2 weeks of the procedure date due to complication.
Excluded from the package price:
- Take out supplies.
- Companion beds and catering for relatives / visitors.
- Personal expenses – telephone calls, additional catering, ambulances, etc.
Consultants offering this package:
When enquiring, please quote M6583.
Why choose Cromwell Hospital?
We have a team of experienced consultant urological surgeons who have developed their skills and knowledge working in some of the leading NHS teaching hospitals in London. Our surgeons offering this surgery are internationally renowned for leading this field of treatment and research.
Our prostate surgeons work as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT), which includes other consultants and experts from different specialties. They meet regularly to review complex cases to ensure the best possible care for each patient.
If you get in touch with us, we can offer a consultation to assess your case the next day. We also offer a rapid route through to surgery, so you can be seen, cared for and recover in the fastest time possible.
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