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Bladder stone. can it be seen and removed by cystoscopy?

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Dr. Simon Kimm answered

Specializes in Urology

Yes.: Bladder stones can be visualized by cystoscopy. Stone removal, however, is more involved, requiring a procedure called cystolithalopaxy. It is similar to a cystoscopy, but requires general or spinal anesthesia since a larger rigid scope is required, and instruments to break up the stone may be needed. Very large stone may not be amenable to cystolithalopaxy, and require surgery.

Answered 12/9/2013

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