Cystoscopy is the reference standard for bladder cancer detection, and is also used to monitor patients with a history of the disease. The procedure is, however, invasive, and some patients find ...

This is an inspection of the bladder and the urethra using a cystoscope. There are two types of cystoscope: Rigid: A solid telescope which has a light and a separate channel to allow other ...

A propensity-score matched cohort study found a significantly reduced risk of recurrence of bladder cancer in patients who ...

Tests to check for bladder cancer include physical exams, urine tests, and imaging. Biopsy or cystoscopy may help confirm a diagnosis. If you’re at high risk, at-home tests might help you screen ...

Bladder cancer has a cure rate of over 90% when detected early, but it has a high recurrence rate of 70%, necessitating continuous monitoring. Late detection often requires major surgeries, such as ...