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Flexible Diagnostic Cystoscopy in Alicante

What is cystoscopy?

It is a procedure that urologists use to visualise the inside of the bladder and the urethra (the tube through which urine passes out of the body).

Why have I been asked for a cystoscopy?

Your urologist has recommended this procedure because it is the best way to obtain accurate information about the health of your urinary tract. Diagnostic urethrocystoscopy is used to examine the inside of the urethra and bladder. Some common reasons for urethrocystoscopy include Urology Alicante we use diagnostic urethrocystoscopy:

Haematuria (blood in the urine):

To identify the source of bleeding (benign vs. malignant).

Evaluation of polyps or malignant tumours in the bladder.

It is the best test to rule out cancer and also for screening and early detection of new cancer after previous surgery.

Investigation of obstructions in the urethra or at the entrance to the bladder (prostate area).

Pain or discomfort in the urinary tract:

A urethrocystoscopy can help identify the underlying cause.

Recurrent urinary tract infections.

If you suffer from frequent or recurrent urinary tract infections, urethrocystoscopy can help identify any abnormalities that may be contributing to these infections.

Changes in urinary frequency or urgency.

If you experience changes in your urination patterns, such as increased frequency, urgency or difficulty emptying your bladder, a urethrocystoscopy can help identify possible causes. In men, it is useful for assessing the obstruction that may be causing the prostate to pass urine.

Monitoring of chronic conditions.

In conditions such as interstitial cystitis or overactive bladder disease, urethrocystoscopy may be useful to assess the status and progression of the disease.

Follow-up of previous treatments.

Following treatment for urinary tract conditions, such as surgery or therapeutic procedures, urethrocystoscopy may be performed to assess the effectiveness of treatment and detect any possible recurrence.

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What are the advantages of having a flexible cystoscopy?

There are two types of cystoscopy: rigid (rigid tube) and flexible (flexible tube with a camera at the tip).

Advantages of flexible cystoscopy:

Minimal discomfort and discomfort compared to rigid cystoscopy
It can be performed under local anaesthesia on an outpatient basis.
Reduced risk of injury
Allows for more detailed scanning due to greater flexibility and wide movements
Longer reach, as it can reach areas of the bladder that may be difficult to reach with a rigid cystoscope
Shorter recovery time, allowing patients to resume normal activities more quickly
Reduced risk of infections