Blog categorized as Investigations & Procedures

Flexible cystoscopy
Flexible cystoscopy (camera test of the bladder): what it is, why it’s done, what to expect during and after the procedure, and common reasons such as blood in urine or bladder problems.
MRI prostate: what it is and why you need it?
MRI of the prostate: what the scan is, why it’s used (raised PSA or suspected prostate cancer), how to prepare, what happens during the scan, and when to seek help afterwards.
Transperineal prostate biopsies (through the skin)
Transperineal prostate biopsy: what the procedure involves, why it’s done (raised PSA or suspected prostate cancer), recovery advice, possible side effects, and when results are available.