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That tube is an ultrasound probe so that the biopsy can be viewed under ultrasound guidance. The "thwack" is deployment of the biopsy needle via the guide which is attached to the probe. They will normally make several passes to ensure they capture a useful biopsy. Objective is to make Swiss cheese out of your prostate.
Old 06-03-2013, 01:32 PM
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