Grading urothelial carcinoma with probe-based confocal laser endomicroscopy during flexible cystoscopy
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DOI: 10.1007/s00345-024-05122-x
Abstract: Purpose Urothelial bladder cancer (UCB) care requires frequent follow-up cystoscopy and surgery. Confocal laser endomicroscopy (CLE) is a probe-based optical technique that can provide real-time microscopic evaluation with the potential for outpatient grading of UCB.… read more here.
Keywords: confocal laser; laser endomicroscopy; flexible cystoscopy; cystoscopy ... See more keywords
Does instillation of lidocaine gel following flexible cystoscopy decrease the severity of post procedure symptoms? A randomised controlled trial assessing the efficacy of lidocaine gel post flexible cystoscopy
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DOI: 10.1007/s11845-020-02458-2
Abstract: Objective To assess whether instillation of lidocaine gel both before and after flexible cystoscopy is more effective at reducing post procedural symptoms than instillation of lidocaine gel pre flexible cystoscopy alone. We hypothesise that inadequate… read more here.
Keywords: cystoscopy; flexible cystoscopy; lidocaine gel; post ... See more keywords
Outpatient flexible cystoscopy in urogynaecology: a tertiary hospital’s experience
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DOI: 10.1007/s11845-025-03891-x
Abstract: This study is a retrospective evaluation of a new outpatient flexible cystoscopy service in a tertiary care hospital in Dublin, Ireland. This is a retrospective observational study. This study has been held at the Department… read more here.
Keywords: hospital; flexible cystoscopy; outpatient flexible; cystoscopy ... See more keywords
Clinical relevance of narrow-band imaging in flexible cystoscopy: the DaBlaCa-7 study
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DOI: 10.1080/21681805.2017.1295101
Abstract: Abstract Objective: This multicenter study investigated whether the use of narrow-band imaging (NBI) in flexible cystoscopy could improve diagnostics to a degree where clinical management was relevantly changed. Materials and methods: From May 2014 to… read more here.
Keywords: band imaging; flexible cystoscopy; cystoscopy; pathology ... See more keywords
Outpatient photodynamic-guided diagnosis of carcinoma in situ with flexible cystoscopy: an alternative to conventional inpatient photodynamic-guided bladder biopsies in the operating theatre?
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DOI: 10.1080/21681805.2017.1353542
Abstract: Abstract Objective: The aim of this prospective open comparative study was to establish whether conventional photodynamic-guided bladder biopsies using general anaesthesia and rigid resectoscopes (inpatient) can be replaced with less traumatic flexible cystoscopy in non-sedated… read more here.
Keywords: flexible cystoscopy; photodynamic; conventional inpatient; bladder biopsies ... See more keywords
367 Flexible Cystoscopy Audit in Patients with Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections (rUTI) / Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS): A Path to Clinical Excellence and Cost Savings
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DOI: 10.1093/bjs/znae163.725
Abstract: To minimize unnecessary flexible cystoscopy in patients with rUTI and LUTS, thereby enhancing patient care and optimizing the utilization of resources. Comprehensive data collection from the outpatient cystoscopy clinic, including demographics, indications (rUTI/LUTS), red flag… read more here.
Keywords: cost savings; flexible cystoscopy; cystoscopy; ruti luts ... See more keywords
A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial of Irrigation "Bag Squeeze" to Manage Pain for Patients Undergoing Flexible Cystoscopy.
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DOI: 10.1097/ju.0000000000001139
Abstract: PURPOSE Determine if "bag-squeeze" technique decreases pain during flexible cystoscopy in men. METHODS AND MATERIALS A single center, prospective, double-blinded randomized controlled trial recruiting 200 consenting participants who were ambulatory, outpatient males who had undergone… read more here.
Keywords: flexible cystoscopy; bag squeeze; cystoscopy; pain ... See more keywords
EndoSheath use in flexible cystoscopy: a prospective evaluation of >1000 cases
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DOI: 10.1111/bju.16578
Abstract: To investigate patient tolerability and safety (using urinary tract infection (UTI) as a proxy measure) following EndoSheath‐assisted flexible cystoscopy (eFC). EndoSheaths are single‐use, disposable sheaths used in FC. They reduce cystoscope turnaround times as complicated,… read more here.
Keywords: cystoscopy prospective; flexible cystoscopy; endosheath use; cystoscopy ... See more keywords
Validated specific safety checklists for urological procedures can improve staff engagement and patient safety
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DOI: 10.1177/2051415818822596
Abstract: Objective: Safety checklists have become an integral part of surgical practice. The aim of this quality improvement study was to identify and eliminate weaknesses within safety checklists for shockwave lithotripsy (SWL), flexible cystoscopy and transrectal… read more here.
Keywords: flexible cystoscopy; staff; trus biopsy; safety ... See more keywords
Symptom and cost evaluation of ureteric stent extraction using strings versus flexible cystoscopy at a single high-volume centre
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DOI: 10.1177/2051415819876806
Abstract: Background: This study evaluated ureteric stent symptoms using a modified ureteric stent symptom questionnaire (USSQ) for patients undergoing stent removal by either flexible cystoscopy, or manual, healthcare worker lead string extraction. Methods: Patients completed a… read more here.
Keywords: flexible cystoscopy; symptom; ureteric stent; cost ... See more keywords
Guideline-based flexible cystoscopy safely improves capacity, avoiding unnecessary intervention with cost savings
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DOI: 10.1177/2051415819900112
Abstract: Introduction: Flexible cystoscopy (FC) is a common and useful diagnostic tool. Because of its broader applications, availability and simplicity, there has been criticism of its overuse with accompanying financial burden to the health system and… read more here.
Keywords: urology; capacity; flexible cystoscopy; cost savings ... See more keywords