What is cystoscopy in women and men?

How is a bladder cystoscopy performed in a woman and a man

Bladder cystoscopy in a woman

It is usually easier and quicker because of the shorter and more direct urethra. After thoroughly cleaning the area around the urethra and applying a local anaesthetic, the doctor gently inserts the cystoscope into the urethra and then into the bladder.

During this process, the patient may feel a slight pressure or discomfort. Once the cystoscope is in place, the doctor will examine the bladder walls, which usually goes smoothly without major complications.

Cystoscopy of the bladder in a man

It is more complicated because of the longer and curved urethra. After thoroughly cleaning the area around the urethra and applying a local anaesthetic, the doctor gently inserts the cystoscope through the urethra into the bladder. This process may be less comfortable for men because the cystoscope must overcome the curvature of the urethra. During insertion, the patient may feel significant pressure or discomfort. Once the cystoscope is in the bladder, the doctor will examine the bladder walls in a similar way to women.

Wondering if cystoscopy is painful? In our experience, a cystoscopy for either a man or a woman is not painful and takes only a few minutes.

What can a cystoscopic examination reveal?

ATODA offers state-of-the-art care and modern medical technology. Our specialists have extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of bladder diseases. Outpatient cystoscopy is performed by us on a daily basis, so you have nothing to worry about. There are various bladder diseases, including:

• Urinary tract infection (UTI),
• bladder infections (cystitis),
• the presence of urinary stones,
• tumours or polyps in the bladder,
• injuries or mechanical damage.

With our individual approach and emphasis on patient comfort, you can expect not only expert but also empathetic care.

When is a bladder wash performed?

Bladder lavage is performed during a cystoscopic examination. After a cystoscopy, both the man and the woman may feel a slight burning sensation when urinating and a small amount of blood may appear in the urine. These symptoms should subside quickly. It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids to flush the bladder and speed healing.

At ATODA Medical, we not only deal with cystoscopic examinations in urology, but also, for example, bladder catheterisation. If you are concerned about anything, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will do everything we can to help you.