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Cystoscopy

• Lawrence A. Fish, M.D., F.A.C.S.
• Felix L. Badillo, M.D., F.A.C.S.
• Leonard Mondschein, M.D., F.A.C.S.
• Gary Goldberg, M.D., F.A.C.S.
• Sarah K. Girardi, M.D., F.A.C.S.
• Christopher Johnson, M.D.
• Keith D. Bloom, M.D.

Cystoscopy is a procedure performed by a urologist to evaluate a patient's bladder, urethra, and prostate. In this procedure, a cystoscope (thin, telescope-like tube with a light and tiny camera attached) is inserted into the bladder through the urethra (tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body).

This allows the urologist to identify:

• Stones
• Polyps
• Tumors
• Prostatic enlargement
• Other anatomical disorders of the lower urinary tract

Cystoscopy may be used to evaluate and diagnose the following conditions:

• Bladder cancer
• Pelvic pain
• Frequent urinary tract infections (UTIs)
• Interstitial cystitis
• Painful urination
• Urinary blockage (e.g., enlarged prostate [BPH], narrowing of the urinary tract [stricture], polyps, tumors)
• Urinary incontinence or overactive bladder
• Urinary stones

It is often necessary to perform a cystoscopy in order to evaluate patients with blood in their urine (a condition known as hematuria). Cystoscopy is also performed to remove stents in patients who have undergone hospital-based urological procedures.

There are two methods of performing a cystoscopy. One method utilizes a flexible scope, while the other method utilizes a rigid scope.

• Rigid cystoscopy is often performed in the hospital with patents under anesthesia.
• Flexible cystoscopy is more often employed in the office since it is more comfortable for patients. If necessary, a small amount of sedation is administered to help with patient comfort.

For more information or to make an appointment, please call 516.627.6188, Extension 149.

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Urology Associates, P.C.
535 Plandome Rd.
Manhasset, NY 11030
Tel: 516.627.6188
Fax: 516.627.9397
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