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A cystourethroscopy is a procedure where a specialized narrow endoscope is used to examine and diagnose problems with the urinary system. The scope uses the urethral opening within which it is inserted. The scope is then guided up the urethra, examining it as it goes. The scope finally reaches the urinary bladder where it is used to take multiple images of the area for analysis. A cystourethroscopy procedure could be performed with a flexible or rigid endoscope depending on the application required by the doctor. The flexible scope has the advantage that it can be used for a cystourethroscopy with ureteroscopy. The ureters could also be measured in this testing method which makes the test even more useful. The cystourethroscopy takes between 10 and 30 minutes.
There are various infections that could cause damage to the lining of the urethra, the urinary bladder and the ureters. The prevalence of stones may also be detected using the cystourethroscopy procedure. Kidney stones and bladder stones would hinder the process of urination and cause damage to the parts of the urinary system. This would lead to bleeding due to a rupture which can cause further infections to invade and spread.
Post cystourethroscopy treatment involves methods to help the patient with the pain of having had the tube inserted into the urethra. The patient may be unable to control urination for a few hours after the procedure and must be within close access of a urinal of some sort. Some doctors may use anesthetic gels during the procedure which will lessen the requirement of post cystourethroscopy treatment. Urine is a liquid waste product of the human body. It is used to pass out various toxins and waste materials that have been filtered out of the blood in either of the kidneys. Urine is often used for medical tests to understand various conditions better. After filtration, the components of urine are passed into the urinary bladder through the ureters. These are small tubes that connect each kidney to the bladder. In the bladder, urine collects throughout the day when an individual is normally hydrated. When the quantity of urine increases, the body sends a signal to release the sphincter muscle which then allows urine to pass through the urethra and out of the urethral opening for disposal. Liquid waste disposal happens many times a day in a healthy individual and may be more frequent in cold weather or when more fluids have been consumed.
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