About Cystography
Key Highlights
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Provides detailed, real-time visualization of bladder anatomy and function.Crucial for diagnosing vesicoureteral reflux (VUR), a common cause of childhood UTIs.Helps identify bladder abnormalities like fistulas, diverticula, or tears from trauma.Minimally invasive procedure with no surgical incisions required.Typically performed on an outpatient basis with a short procedure time.Essential for pre-surgical planning and post-operative assessment in urology./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Evaluation of recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs), especially in children.
- Suspected vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) where urine flows backward from the bladder to the kidneys.
- Assessment of urinary incontinence or difficulty emptying the bladder.
- Investigation of suspected bladder trauma or injury after an accident.
- Diagnosis of bladder fistulas (abnormal connections) or diverticula (pouches).
- Pre-operative planning or post-operative follow-up for bladder surgeries.
- Investigation of hematuria (blood in urine) with an unclear cause.
How to prepare
- Inform your urologist about all medications, allergies (especially to iodine or contrast dye), and if you are or could be pregnant.
- You may be asked to stop certain medications like blood thinners a few days prior.
- Typically, no special diet is required, but you may be asked to arrive with a full bladder.
- You will be asked to sign a consent form after the procedure is explained.
- Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing to the appointment.
- Empty your bladder just before the procedure as instructed by the medical team.
Risks & possible complications
- Risk of urinary tract infection (UTI) from catheter insertion.
- Allergic reaction to the contrast dye, though this is rare with modern agents.
- Discomfort or a burning sensation during urination for a short period after the test.
- Minor bleeding or irritation from the catheter site.
- Very low radiation exposure from the X-rays used.
- Extremely rare risk of bladder perforation from the catheter.
Recovery & hospital stay
- You can usually resume normal activities and diet immediately after the procedure.
- Drink plenty of water for the next 24-48 hours to help flush out the contrast dye and prevent infection.
- You may experience mild burning during the first few urinations; this is normal and should subside quickly.
- A small amount of pink-tinged urine is common initially.
- Contact your urologist if you develop a fever, chills, severe pain, or persistent bright red blood in your urine.
- Your urologist will discuss the findings and any necessary next steps during a follow-up appointment.
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Typical hospital stay: 0 days (outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time: 1-2 days
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering cystography in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for cystography in India include Medanta The Medicity, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Miot Hospital Chennai, Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform cystography. MediFyr helps you compare urologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for cystography compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Cystography in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated urology teams and experience managing patients undergoing cystography.
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Urologists for Cystography
Explore experienced urologists who regularly perform cystography and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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Medanta Hospital Gurgaon
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Miot Hospital Chennai
- 41 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Salt Lake
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Manipal Hospital Salt Lake
- 21 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Salt Lake
- 19 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Dwarka
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Manipal Hospital Dwarka
- 13 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Dwarka
- 16 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital EM Bypass
- 33 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Goa
- 16 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Baner
- 14 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Baner
- 22 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Goa
- 34 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Mukundapur
- 18 Years Experience
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KMC Hospital Mangalore
- 17 Years Experience
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KMC Hospital Mangalore
- 15 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Mukundapur
- 10 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Mukundapur
- 14 Years Experience
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KMC Hospital Mangalore