Are Cystoscopy Results Immediate?

Your doctor or nurse may be able discuss the results of the cystoscopy shortly afterwards. But if a small tissue sample was removed for testing (biopsy), you may not get the results for 2 or 3 weeks. You can usually go home shortly after a flexible cystoscopy.

How long do cystoscopy results take?

You should get your results within 1 or 2 weeks at a follow up appointment.

What can a cystoscopy reveal?

Cystoscopy is a procedure that lets the healthcare provider view the urinary tract, particularly the bladder, the urethra, and the openings to the ureters. Cystoscopy can help find problems with the urinary tract. This may include early signs of cancer, infection, narrowing, blockage, or bleeding.