Endometrial Biopsy

Endometrial biopsy is the method of sampling which is practiced in order to shed a light on various diseases which could arise on the innermost layer of uterus. It is mainly performed in the event of post-menopausal bleeding or abnormal bleeding before menopause. Endometrial biopsy can be performed with local or general anesthesia upon patient request. This procedure is performed with local anesthesia in Family Planning Unit and Colposcopy Room within our department and it is performed with general anesthesia in the operating rooms unit of Ward 81 or in the operating rooms unit on floor A within Outpatient Surgical Department. Your physician recommending this test will give you detailed information about this procedure and where it will be performed.

Considerations before endometrial biopsy

For endometrial biopsy performed with local anesthesia, you should merely be readily available in the place stated to you on the previously scheduled time of appointment. After having a light breakfast, you should arrive with a person accompanying you, if possible.

For endometrial biopsy to be performed with general anesthesia, you should not eat or drink anything 6 to 8 hours before the procedure.