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Bladder biopsy

Alternative Names

Biopsy – bladder

Definition of Bladder biopsy

Bladder is a procedure that involves removing a small piece of tissue from the bladder for examination.

Review

Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of Medicine; Scott Miller, MD, Urologist in private practice in Atlanta, Georgia. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc. – 6/17/2010

Bladder catheterization, female
Bladder catheterization, male
Female urinary tract
Male urinary tract
Bladder biopsy

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