Performing a percutaneous kidney biopsy

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World J Nephrol. Jun 25, 2026; 15(2): 117336
Published online Jun 25, 2026. doi: 10.5527/wjn.v15.i2.117336

Performing a percutaneous kidney biopsy

Julian Yaxley, Tahira Scott, Cameron Burnett, Jagadeesh Kurtkoti

Julian Yaxley, Cameron Burnett, Department of Nephrology, Logan Hospital, Meadowbrook 4131, Queensland, Australia

Julian Yaxley, Jagadeesh Kurtkoti, School of Medicine and Dentistry, Griffith University, Southport 4215, Queensland, Australia

Tahira Scott, Department of Nephrology, Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, Herston 4006, Queensland, Australia

Cameron Burnett, Department of Kidney and Transplantation Services, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Woolloongabba 4102, Queensland, Australia

Cameron Burnett, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Science, University of Queensland, Brisbane 4000, Queensland, Australia

Jagadeesh Kurtkoti, Department of Nephrology, Gold Coast University Hospital, Southport 4215, Queensland, Australia

Author contributions: Yaxley J and Scott T designed the research study; Yaxley J and Burnett C performed the research; Burnett C and Kurtkoti J reviewed the manuscript; all of the authors read and approved the final version of the manuscript to be published.

Conflict-of-interest statement: All authors declare no conflict of interest in publishing the manuscript.

Corresponding author: Julian Yaxley, Consultant, FRACP, Department of Nephrology, Logan Hospital, Armstrong Road, Meadowbrook 4131, Queensland, Australia. julianyaxley@yahoo.com.au

Received: December 5, 2025
Revised: February 7, 2026
Accepted: March 18, 2026
Published online: June 25, 2026
Processing time: 191 Days and 1.6 Hours

Abstract

The percutaneous kidney biopsy is an important skill in nephrology practice. Evidence-based material specifically discussing the procedural steps of a kidney biopsy is lacking. This article outlines the technical process and peri-procedural management of ultrasound-guided percutaneous kidney biopsy and is intended to serve as a useful and practical resource for nephrology trainees and consultants.

Keywords: Biopsy; Percutaneous; Kidney; Nephrology; Ultrasound

Core Tip: The percutaneous kidney biopsy is an important skill for nephrologists. A thorough understanding of anatomical and theoretical principles for each step of the procedure can improve safety and effectiveness.

Yaxley J, Scott T, Burnett C, Kurtkoti J. Performing a percutaneous kidney biopsy. World J Nephrol 2026; 15(2): 117336 [DOI: 10.5527/wjn.v15.i2.117336]

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