What’s Cystoscopy?

Cystoscopy is a medical procedure where a flexible instrument with a camera is inserted into the urethra to diagnose or treat conditions. It can take urine and tissue samples, perform minor surgery, and place catheters. The procedure can cause discomfort but is usually not painful. Patients may experience painful urination and blood in the urine […]

Typical cystoscopy procedure?

Cystoscopy is a procedure to examine the urinary bladder, usually done on an outpatient basis with anesthesia to minimize pain. A lighted cystoscope is inserted into the urethra to view the bladder’s internal structure, and a biopsy or stent removal may be performed. The patient may experience discomfort and an urge to urinate during the […]

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