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Cystourethroscopy
Description
Cystourethroscopy (commonly referred to as cystoscopy) is a technique for visualizing the interior of the urethra or bladder. This may also serve as a portal for other diagnostic or therapeutic measures.
Indications
To diagnose urinary tract disorders such as bleeding, pain, or dysfunction (eg, interstitial cystitis). Cystourethroscopy can be a part of the evaluation of abnormal symptoms, signs, or laboratory findings; intraoperatively during gynecologic or urogynecologic surgery to rule out bladder, urethral, or ureteral trauma; and as part of staging or surgery for gynecologic malignancy.
Contraindications
Active urinary tract infection. Known or suspected allergy to cleansing solutions or local anesthetics to be used. Pregnancy is not a contraindication.
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