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What is A Cystoscopy?
 Cystoscopy
is a medical, endoscopic procedure performed to examine the bladder wall, wherein the doctor inserts a tube through the urethra of the penis. With this procedure, the doctor can examine the urethra and bladder to look for any strictures, polyps, unusual growths and any other problems.
Cystoscopy is usually done to find out and diagnose any disorders there may be in the urinary passage. It is also possible to find out if there are signs of any form of cancer like urethra cancer or bladder cancer. With a Cystoscopy, it is also possible to find out if there are signs of any form of cancer in the urethra or bladder or to pinpoint the root of any pain experienced in the urinary passage.
Cystoscopy is done using either a cystoscope that is rigid or a flexible one. Performing a Cystoscopy with either cystoscope is rather similar; the difference lies in the positioning of the cystoscope. When using the rigid cystoscope, you have to lie with your knees apart, while on the back. Then the urethra has to be cleaned and have some anaesthetic applied to it. After that, the cystoscope has to be inserted into the urethra to reach the bladder.
However, in the case of a flexible cystoscope, the device can be inserted easily, without having to lie on the back with the legs apart. Even though both cystoscopes function similarly, the selection of the right cystoscope depends on two factors - the patient's medical condition and the choice of the physician.
After inserting the cystoscope into the urethra, the bladder is filled with water pumped in through the cystoscope. Once the bladder becomes full, its wall stretches, letting the physician to examine the bladder wall more closely for any abnormal tissue growth or lumps. On the examination of the bladder wall, any abnormal tissue the doctor finds will be removed for a biopsy.
Cystoscopy is a short procedure that usually takes only about fifteen to twenty minutes. There is no pain involved in Cystoscopy; you may only feel some discomfort while placing the cystoscope into the bladder. Sometimes, you may have to urinate because of the full bladder. There is also a possibility of feeling a pinch while taking a biopsy.
After performing the Cystoscopy, the patient may experience a burning sensation while urinating for one or two days. However, there are some minor risks associated with Cystoscopy; there may be some infection, some bleeding where the biopsy is done and there may also be a rupture in the wall of the bladder.
However, if you feel any pain while inserting the cystoscope, have any chills, fever or any reduction in the urine flow during Cystoscopy, it is important that you should inform the physician immediately.
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