A thin, flexible telescope is used to look inside the bladder and lower urinary tract - a brief, gentle office procedure that provides important diagnostic information.
Flexible cystoscopy is commonly recommended for:
The procedure is performed in the rooms and takes only a few minutes. Local anaesthetic gel is used in the urethra for comfort. A very thin, flexible telescope is then passed into the bladder to give a clear video view. Most patients describe only mild pressure or the urge to pass urine.
Dr Kooner reviews your referral and any imaging or urine results, then books the cystoscopy in the rooms - often at the same visit as your consultation where practical.
A fresh urine sample is checked. You are comfortably positioned and anaesthetic gel is placed. The flexible cystoscope is passed gently, and the bladder and urethra are inspected on a video screen.
Findings are explained immediately, often with images. A plan is made for any follow-up imaging, biopsy, or treatment as required.
You leave the rooms straight away. Mild stinging and a little pink urine may occur for a day and settle with extra fluids.
Seek medical attention promptly for fever, chills, increasing pain, or inability to pass urine.
Most patients describe only mild pressure and the urge to pass urine. Anaesthetic gel is used in the urethra for comfort, and the flexible scope is much gentler than older rigid instruments.
No - flexible cystoscopy is performed in the rooms under local anaesthetic gel. You can drive yourself home afterwards.
The cystoscopy itself takes only a few minutes. Overall, expect to be in the rooms for approximately 20-30 minutes, including discussion of findings.
Yes. There are no fasting requirements. Keep well hydrated before and after the procedure.
Arrange a consultation or request a second opinion on kidney cancer, stones, or reconstructive kidney surgery.