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Retrograde Pyelography

It is a radiographic examination for evaluating various parts of the upper urinary system. It is also known as retrograde pyeloureterography. The urinary bladder, ureters, and kidneys are evaluated in this method. In this method a special type of dye is injected into the ureters and radiographs are taken. Any blockage of the urinary tract and the cause of blood in the urine can be evaluated through this diagnostic test.

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Is it normal to have post-operative symptoms after cystoscopy?

Query: Hi doctor, I had a cystoscopy and retrograde pyelogram three days back, as suggested by a urologist, to help diagnose unexplained microscopic haematuria. And now, I am experiencing post-operative pain or symptoms not mentioned in the post-operative guidance. I will be traveling for 24 hours tomorro...  Read Full »


Dr. Samer Sameer Juma Ali Altawil

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. Cystoscopy retrograde will only improve unless you got a urinary tract infection as a complication from the procedure. If you got DJ (double-J) in addition to cystoscopy retrograde, those symptoms would not improve;...  Read Full »

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