Cystourethroscopes

Urethroscopes

admin — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 14:44:20 +0000

Urethroscope is an endoscope instrument, which is consists of a fine tube fitted with a light and lenses for the examination of the interior of the urethra. It can also view even the prostate region of the males. Urethroscopes and cystocopes of numerous makes and designs are so nearly perfect in construction, that one must be very sure of one’s ground before offering to add to their number. The one thing lacking so far is, that no single instrument takes the place of all the others required for complete urethral, cystoscopic or ureteral work. This tool or instrument needs to be inserted only once for no matter what examination or operating is to be done. It can be used with a telescope or a periscope without withdrawal and reinsertion. It decreases the total number of working parts and simplifies them. It allows stronger instruments to be used and withal, which has been most difficult of attainment, the instrument, it is hoped, is as good as the best for any use to which it is put. The balancing of the different requirements of the combined instrument so as to avoid deterioration into a makeshift for some rationale while excellent for others, is what has taken up time and experiments for the last ten or twelve years. During this period others working independently have brought out developments or improvements similar to those already done. There is hardly any part of the instrument, which in some form or other, is not on the market somewhere. (more…)

Urethroscopy

admin — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 14:40:09 +0000

Urethroscopy is an examination of the urethra through a urethroscope. The urethra is the tube that transports urine outside the body. It passes through the penis in males carrying semen as well as urine, and in females it emerges above the vaginal opening. If a patient experiences pain, discomfort, infection, or injury anywhere in the bladder area, a urethroscopy is often recommended. A urethroscopy may be called for if there is a suspected growth or blockage in the urinary bladder or if a biopsy by removing a small piece of tissue for examination, of the bladder or urethra needs to be done. (more…)

Preparations Prior To Urethroscopy

admin — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 14:38:00 +0000

Before the operation

The patient should stop smoking and try to get the body weight down if the patient is overweight. If the patient has knowledge of problems with his blood pressure, heart or lungs, he should ask their family doctor or the attending physician to check that these are under control. Ensure that the patient has a relative or friend who can come with him to the hospital, take him home, and look after him after the operation. Sort out any tablets, medicines, inhalers that the patient is using. Keep them in their original boxes and packets. Bring them to the hospital together with the patient. (more…)

Procedure On Urethroscopy

admin — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 14:36:42 +0000

A urethroscopy is an inspection of the interior of urethra using a urethroscope. It may be done under general or local anesthesia, depending on the needs and requirements of the healthcare provider and the patient. (more…)

Possible Complications Using Urethroscope

admin — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 14:35:30 +0000

Urethroscope is a medical device or instrument being used to perform urethroscopy. Urethroscopy is the process of viewing or examining the interior of the urethra to determine the presence of abnormalities if there is any.

The insertion or introduction of any instrument or device into the bladder is accompanied by discomfort that oftentimes amounts to twinge requiring a local or general anesthetic to control. Frequently the least instrumentation possible is called for. (more…)

Precaution After Urethroscopy

admin — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 14:33:14 +0000

At the Hospital
The patient may have a fine, rubber tube or catheter passing into the bladder through the front passage. This is to assist the patient to pass the urine freely that can be a bit difficult after a surgical operation such as urethroscopy. There are times that the catheter needs to be flushed out to keep the urine flowing properly. The patient may be given oxygen through the facemask for a few hours if the patient has had chest problems in the past. There may be some slight discomfort or pain in the portions of the body where the instruments have been inserted or introduced. The patient will not normally need painkillers. The sensation leaves after a day or two. Nonetheless, if the patient feels that the pain cannot be tolerated, ask for help from the attending medical doctors or nurses. Painkiller tablets can usually aid but rarely that an injection will be required. A general anesthetic will cause the patient to be slow, clumsy, and scatty or forgetful for about 24 hours. The nurses will help the patient with every necessary thing that needs to be done until the patient is able to do things on his or her own. The patient is advised not make important decisions, drive a car, use machinery, or even boil a kettle during this time. (more…)