urethroscopic
Urethroscopic refers to a medical procedure or instrument related to the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body. A urethroscopic examination, also known as ureteroscopy, involves inserting a urethroscope, a thin, flexible or rigid tube with a light and camera, into the urethra. This allows a medical professional to visualize the interior of the urethra and, in some cases, the bladder.
The primary purpose of urethroscopy is diagnostic. It can help identify the cause of symptoms such as
The procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia, though general anesthesia may be used for more