Affiliation:
1. Divisione Urologica
2. Servizio di Anatomia Patologica - Azienda Ospedaliera S. Corona - Pietra Ligure (Savona)
Abstract
The aim of this paper is to review the different possibilities of performing biopsies on the prostate and to discuss indications, complications and the instruments to be used. Comments are then made on the results of an interactive discussion, mainly focussing on when a prostate biopsy should be performed and by whom, a urologist or radiologist. The Authors suggest 2 algorithms which can be useful in clinical practice to decide whether or not to perform a biopsy.