Skip to main content

Cystoscopy results

Getting your cystoscopy results

After the cystoscopy, a doctor or nurse may tell you if they noticed any changes to your bladder.

They should talk to you about your results and explain what happens next, including if you'll need more tests or treatment.

You may need a follow-up appointment to talk about your results and next steps.

If a sample of cells was removed for testing (biopsy), it usually takes 1 to 2 weeks to get the results.

If your results show you have cancer, you’ll be referred to a specialist cancer care team.

Support is available

For many people a cystoscopy will not find anything to worry about.

But it can help to speak to someone if you're worried that you might have a serious condition such as bladder cancer.

You can get in touch with charities such as:

Page last reviewed: 29 January 2024
Next review due: 29 January 2027