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Cystoscopy
An information guide
Cystoscopy
Cystoscopy
What
is a Cystoscopy?
is a Cystoscopy?
It isWhat
a procedure
to examine your bladder. To perform this
procedure,
an instrument
called ayour
cystoscope
passed
along
It is a procedure
to examine
bladder.isTo
perform
this
your
urethra an
(water
passage)
into
your bladder.
procedure,
instrument
called
a cystoscope
is passed along your
urethra (water passage) into your bladder. A cystoscopy may be
A cystoscopy
may be
performed
under
a local or Ita isgeneral
performed under
a local
or a general
anaesthetic.
possible for
anaesthetic.
It is possible
for other
be as
carried
out
other procedures
to be carried
out at procedures
the same timetosuch
urethral
at the
same and
timebladder
such asbiopsy.
urethral dilatation and bladder biopsy.
dilatation
What is the bladder?
What is the bladder?
Your
bladder
is islike
balloonwhich
which
gradually
Your
bladder
likeaasoft
soft rubber
rubber balloon
gradually
fillsfills
and
and
stores
urine
throughout
theand
daynight.
and night.
stores
urine
throughout
the day
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Why do I need an operation?
This procedure needs to be carried out to assist the doctor in
finding the cause of your symptoms.
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Why do I need an operation?
This procedure needs to be carried out to assist the doctor in
finding the cause of your symptoms.
What are the alternatives?
If you leave things as they are, any problems with the bladder are
likely to get worse. You may be missing the chance of receiving
early treatment. This can be extremely important, particularly if it is
something like a developing cancer, which if diagnosed at an early
stage could be treated. Scans and x-rays will not help any further. It
is generally not a good idea to start any treatment without
knowing what is wrong.
What are the risks?
All procedures carry some risks with this type of procedure you can
experience:• passing urine more often
• discomfort on passing urine
• slight blood in the urine
• urine infection.
What are the benefits?
To enable your doctor to provide any further necessary treatment.
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Before the operation
• you will be asked to attend the pre-operative clinic
• you will be advised when to stop eating and drinking before your
operation
• if you are taking anti-coagulants (Warfarin, Aspirin or Sinthrone)
please inform the pre-op assessment staff
• you may be asked to sign your consent form after being fully
informed about the procedure.
What happens on your admission day?
• you will be asked relevant information by the nurse and a doctor
• you may be seen by an anaesthetist
• your operation will be explained to you and if you have not
already done so, you will be asked to sign a consent form.
What happens after your operation?
• you may require oxygen following your operation
• your blood pressure, temperature, pulse and respiration rate will
be recorded by the nurse
• you may experience some pain and discomfort after surgery. We
advise that you keep a supply of painkillers at home
• once the anaesthetic has worn off you should be able to eat and
drink normally.
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When you are ready to go home
Prior to discharge you may be required to pass water. You may
experience:• a burning sensation
• blood in the urine
• discomfort on passing urine. This may continue for a few days
following discharge.
You are advised to:
• keep a supply of painkillers at home and take them if necessary
• drink extra fluids, water or cordial (2.5 litres – 3 litres) for two days
and then return to normal drinking habits
• you may be given antibiotics, but you must ensure you complete
the course
• your doctor and the nurses will discuss with you when they are
happy for you to go home
• you may have been asked to stop taking some medication before
your operation. If so, please ask your hospital doctor about
restarting these
• if you require a fit note to cover your hospital stay, please ask the
nurses on the ward. Any further fit notes can be obtained from your
GP
• appropriate arrangements will be made for your follow up if
required
• You may feel tired for a few days after the operation, this will
gradually improve.
If you have had a general anaesthetic and are discharged on the
day of your operation you are advised for the next 24 hours;
• not to return to work
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• not to sign any important documents
• not to drive as your insurance will be invalid
• you will need to have a responsible adult to look after you. They
will also need to accompany you home after your operation. This
will be discussed with you at the preoperative assessment clinic.
If you are worried or have problems after your discharge, contact
your GP or telephone the ward or department for advice. In an
emergency, go to the nearest accident and emergency department.
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If English is not your frst
language and you need help,
please contact the Ethnic Health
Team on 0161 627 8770
Jeżeli angielski nie jest twoim pierwszym językiem i potrzebujesz pomocy proszę skontaktować
się z załogą Ethnic Health pod numerem telefonu 0161 627 8770
For general enquiries please contact the Patient
Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) on 0161 604 5897
For enquiries regarding clinic appointments, clinical care and
treatment please contact 0161 624 0420 and the Switchboard
Operator will put you through to the correct department / service
Date of publication: November 2006
Date of review: February 2014
Date of next review: February 2017
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