Cystoscopy: Risk Factors For Complications During The Procedure
A cystoscopy is a procedure to examine the bladder with a lighted scope. The scope allows the doctor to look through the urethra and into the bladder. The urethra is a tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body.
Cystoscopy of the Bladder
Cystoscopy may be done to investigate the following symptoms:
- Repeated urinary tract infections
- Blood in the urine
- Urinary incontinence
- Frequent urination
- Dribbling after urination
- Pain during urination
- Difficulty urinating
Some abnormalities can be diagnosed through cystoscopy, including:
- Tumors
- Bladder stones
- Inflammation
- Cysts
- Pouches on the bladder wall
- Ulcers on the bladder wall
- Polyps
- Narrowing of the urethra
- Enlargement of the prostate gland in men
Last reviewedApril 2013by Brian Randall, MD
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
