cystoscopy

DEFINITION of cystoscopy

Endoscopic examination of the urinary bladder and urethra using a cystoscope. The procedure uses flexible or rigid cystoscopes, often with local anesthesia for flexible types and general for rigid, to inspect for issues like hematuria, incontinence, blockages, or tumors; it can also enable biopsies or treatments like stone removal. Fluid fills the bladder for better views, typically lasting 15-20 minutes, with possible post-procedure discomfort like burning urination.

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ETYMOLOGY of cystoscopy

Greek kystis (bladder/sac) + skopein (to look) cystoscopy derives from Greek kystis (κύστις, “bladder”) + skopein (σκοπεῖν, “to examine”), coined around 1889-1910 for bladder examination via cystoscope. The root cyst(o)- means bladder or cyst-.

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RELATED TERMS to cystoscopy

• cystitis Bladder inflammation
• Urethroscopy
• hematuria

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DERIVATIONS of cystoscopy

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