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Narrow band imaging (NBI) is a similar technique which uses a specific wavelength of light with makes blood vessels more visible. As tumours often are hypervascularised, this can help detect tumours. No photosensitiser is required. | Narrow band imaging (NBI) is a similar technique which uses a specific wavelength of light with makes blood vessels more visible. As tumours often are hypervascularised, this can help detect tumours. No photosensitiser is required. | ||
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== Bladder biopsy == | == Bladder biopsy == | ||
Bladder biopsy is frequently performed in the evaluation of suspected urinary tract malignancy, especially bladder cancer. A urine cytology must be performed beforehand, to look for malignant cells. | Bladder biopsy is frequently performed in the evaluation of suspected urinary tract malignancy, especially bladder cancer. A urine cytology must be performed beforehand, to look for malignant cells. | ||