Urologic Ultrasound Course / Module 7
Module 7
Transrectal Ultrasound and Prostate Biopsy
Review the role and limits of transrectal ultrasound, prostate appearance and distribution, anesthesia and biopsy technique, and the relationship of MRI and fusion guidance to contemporary practice.
Learning objectives
By the end of this module, you should be able to:
- Describe the role and limitations of transrectal ultrasound in prostate evaluation.
- Recognize the sonographic appearance and distribution of representative prostate findings discussed in the module.
- Outline the educational concepts behind anesthesia and biopsy technique.
- Explain how MRI and fusion guidance relate to ultrasound-guided procedures.
Module presentation
Transrectal Ultrasound and Prostate Biopsy
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Key topics
Review before continuing
- Imaging role and limitations
- Prostate appearance
- Anesthesia and biopsy
- MRI and fusion
Self-check
Connect imaging with procedure planning
Before continuing, confirm that you can:
- Describe what transrectal ultrasound can and cannot establish on its own.
- Relate systematic ultrasound assessment to procedural planning and documentation.
- Explain the complementary roles of MRI information and ultrasound guidance.
Educational use: This material supports professional education and does not replace supervised clinical training, credentialing, institutional policy, or patient-specific medical judgment.