Cystoscopy

You will be able to be discharged home after you have passed urine.

Most procedures have a potential for side-effects and these are outlined below.

Common (greater than 1 in 50)

• Mild burning or bleeding on passing urine for a short time after the operation.

Occasional (between 1 in 10 & 1 in 50)

• Infection of bladder requiring antibiotics
• Temporary insertion of catheter

Rare (less than 1 in 50)

• Delayed bleeding requiring removal of clots or further surgery
• Damage to drainage tubes from kidneys (ureters) requiring additional therapy.
• Injury to the urethra causing delayed scar formation.
• Perforation of the bladder requiring a temporary urinary catheter or open surgical repair.

When you get home you should drink plenty of water for the next 24-48 hours to flush your system through and minimize any bleeding.

You may notice some burning, frequency and pain in your lower abdomen initially but this usually settles after a few days.