Cystoscopy, an advancement in the medical industry help doctors to detect and treat symptoms of bladder cancer and other related diseases. Read now to find more information about cystoscopy. Visit http://kcurology.com for more.
2. CYSTOSCOPY
Cystoscopy is a test that allows
doctors to look at the inside of the
bladder and the urethra using a thin,
lighted instrument called a
cystoscope that usually do not show
up well on X-rays. Small bladder
stones and some small growths can
be removed using cystoscope.
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3. SYMPTOMS THAT PROVES YOU
SHOULD HAVE A CYSTOSCOPY
Urinary incontinence
Blood in urine
Persistent pelvic pain
A feeling that your bladder isn't
completely empty after passing
urine
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4. CONDITIONS FOR CYSTOSCOPY
A narrowed or blocked urethra
Serious or repeated urinary tract
infections
Polyps
An enlarged prostate gland
Bladder cancer
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5. PROCEDURE
Stone removal from the bladder.
Check for an infection or tumor in
ureters.
Biopsy.
Inserting a stent (small tube) into a
narrowed ureter to help the flow
of urine.
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6. Identify problems such as a
blockage or kidney stone by
injecting dye into the ureters
up towards the kidneys.
Injecting medication into the
bladder or ureters.
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