Cystoscopy
Cystoscopy (Bladder Endoscopy) utilizes a soft and flexible endoscope to evaluate lesions and diseases of the bladder, male prostate, and urethra. Clinically, cystoscopy can be used for urethral dilation, insertion or removal of ureteral stents, removal of bladder blood clots or stones, and biopsy of bladder or urethral tissue for further laboratory testing. If you experience symptoms such as hematuria (blood in urine), frequent urination, painful urination, difficulty urinating, or lower back pain, you should consult a doctor first and undergo a cystoscopy as recommended. For information regarding cystoscopy pricing and details at a Hong Kong day medical center, please Contact Us for detained pricing and information of cystoscopy at HKMED.
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Cystoscopy Check-up
Cystoscopy is a simple procedure that can be completed in about 1 hour at day medical centre. Prior to the inspection, an anaesthetic procedure will be performed to minimise discomfort during the procedure. Doctor will use cystoscopy to examine the ureter through the urethra and bladder with an endoscope and, if necessary, take a small amount of tissue for pathological examination. The entire cystoscopy generally takes about 15 to 30 minutes and the patient will be then taken to the recovery room where he/she will be checked with the vital-index device for further monitoring by a team of healthcare professionals.
Preparing for cystoscopy
No special preparation is required the day before the cystoscopy as long as you have fasted 6 hours and fully urinated before the inspection. The patients should inform the doctor of any medication currently taking, or the suspect or confirmed pregnancy before the examination so that the doctor is aware of the patient’s condition. After the cystoscopy, the patient will be taken to the recovery room for a rest. Due to the use of sedatives, patients are advised to avoid operating heavy machinery, signing legal documents or driving for 24 hours after the examination.
After a cystoscopy, patients should drink 2 to 2.5 liters of water daily to prevent urinary tract infections. Additionally, you may experience frequent urination, painful urination, or blood in the urine after the examination; these symptoms typically subside gradually within a few days. If you have any questions regarding your symptoms, please contact our center as soon as possible.
No food or drink six hours before the procedure.
Please inform the doctor before the inspection if the patient is or might be pregnant.
Please remove all metallic items (such as dentures, jewelry, and contact lenses, etc.) and change into the procedure gown.
Please inform the doctor if you are taking any drugs or medications, particularly for diabetes or that could affect blood clotting.
Cystoscopy FAQs
Cystoscopy is a simple check-up that can be completed in few hours after the doctor has assessed the patient’s physical condition and considered the procedure could be conducted at a day medical centre.
No referral letter is required for specialist services at HKMED, but if you need to apply for an insurance claim, you may need to check with your insurance company for the details of the claim.
Common bladder and urethral inspections include urinalysis, X-ray and cystoscopy. Patients are advised to consult their doctor, who will then recommend the appropriate check-up for their conditions. If you have any questions, please Contact Us for inquires.
If you experience abnormal urination, haematuria, recurrent cystitis or urethritis, etc, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible and consult your doctor for further cystoscopy or relevant inspection.
Although cystoscopy is an invasive procedure, it is a safe check-up item. Patients with chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, kidney disease, or those taking medication, however, should inform their doctor before the examination so that they are aware of their health condition. Patients should also contact the centre as soon as possible if they feel unwell after the examination or if they have any questions about the test results.
To cater for the needs of each patient, HKMED offers cystoscopy packages, the fees of which is subject to the patient's condition and needs. Moreover, for details of the terms and conditions of health care vouchers, medical cards and insurance plans, patients are advised to check with the relevant organisations.
To reduce patient anxiety and discomfort during the entire cystoscopy, the doctor will provide anaesthesia depending on the patient’s needs. For more information on anaesthesia, please consult your doctor.
*Please inquire at the Centre for details.
