Cystoscopy




B Cystoscopy




1. Introduction

Cystoscopy is the use of instrumentation to examine the urinary tract. A cystoscope may be used for diagnostic or therapeutic procedures such as for workup of hematuria, stricture, and tumor; removal and manipulation of stones; placement of stents; and follow-up of therapy. Retrograde pyelography and other dye studies may be used. This procedure is usually performed on an outpatient basis.



2. Preoperative assessment and patient preparation
a) History and physical examination: Standard

b) Diagnostic tests: Standard

c) Preoperative medication and IV therapy
(1) Prophylactic antibiotics

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Dec 2, 2016 | Posted by in ANESTHESIA | Comments Off on Cystoscopy

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