I have a renal biopsy, I was wondering how much of your body is exposed in the procedure?

Kidney and urinary tract
1

I have a renal biopsy and I was wondering if people will see your buttock during the procedure from those who have this procedure. I know you lie on your front and the needle is inserted in the lower back.

2

I was able to keep underwear on and they open your gown from back. No buttocks showing at all.

3

HI, no your buttocks doesn't show. You wear A gown and they cover you with a sheet. The only part that is exposed is the sight where they are putting the needle.

4

I've had a biopsy. I don't believe any of my buttocks was exposed during the biopsy--it was covered with a sheet or warm blanket., I believe. It's possible that the upper portion of my buttocks was visible but it would have been no more than 2-3 inches below my waist.

Marj

5

Thank you all for your response. I have my biopsy on Wednesday and I am very nervous.

6

I found the biopsy to b a very easy procedure. Hopefully you will have a similar experience. It will also give your doctors information they need to effectively treat you.

Best wishes!

Marj