How long does a cystoscopy take?
ANSWER
If any tissue appears abnormal, a biopsy (tissue sample) can be taken through the cystoscope to be analyzed. The entire procedure generally takes about 15 to 20 minutes.
From: Cystoscopy or Bladder Scope Test WebMD Medical Reference
Reviewed by Laura J. Martin on July 4, 2019
SOURCES:
National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse.
American Urological Association.
SOURCES:
National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse.
American Urological Association.
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