Diagnostic Cystoscopy: The Cystoscopist Reference-1판

Diagnostic cystoscopy is the gold standard procedure in assessing anatomical variations and/or bladder
pathologies. For example, for a clinician to adequately rule out carcinoma in situ of the bladder the
clinician must directly visualize the whole bladder. Mastering this skill is thus incredibly important for
the training MD and training advanced practice provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant). Once
mastered, this readily available reference will serve to benefit said clinician in differentiating benign
and malignant pathologies.
This text is designed as a comprehensive review by experts in the field of urology on the cystoscope,
including both the flexible and rigid instrument, technical use, and certainly bladder pathologies. The
rigid cystoscope includes three parts: the scope/lens, bridge, and sheath. These three parts may seem self-
explanatory, however there are array of varying options within these three parts that have specific
indications for use. Thus, being very familiar with these instruments is vital in being a great
cystoscopist. This book will prepare all practitioners to improve and perfect their skills as cystoscopists.
Perhaps most significantly, this book will cover numerous topics in normal anatomy, benign and malignant
urethral pathology, and benign and malignant bladder pathology. Dialogue on each presented topic includes a
brief pathological discussion, associated clinical significance such as common signs or symptoms, suggested
treatment for said topic, additional references for further reading, and photographs. Photographs are
included on every topic, with a minimum of one image and a maximum of five for reference.
A comprehensive reference on diagnostic cystoscopy has been needed for quite some time. This book will
satisfy this need for both the developing and experienced cystoscopist.