Preparation for Urological Examinations

1. Arrive with a moderately full bladder (because there is a possibility that an ultrasound examination of the bladder, kidneys, or prostate may need to be performed during the appointment). Drink 2-3 glasses of water one and a half hours before the appointment.
2. If there are results from previous urine and blood tests, as well as protocols from earlier ultrasound studies, please bring them with you (you can have photos of them on your phone)
3. Do not go to the bathroom for 2 hours (as you may need to have a urethral swab taken)

Preparation before Cystoscopy or Ureteral Stent Removal

Have with you a REFERRAL for cystoscopy or removal   ureteral stent, or   HOSPITAL DISCHARGE SUMMARY , where is it indicated that this procedure needs to be performed   at a specific period of time

1. To reduce discomfort during cystoscopy or ureteral stent removal, if there are no contraindications or allergic reactions, we recommend taking the following tablets 2 hours before the procedure: Phenazopyridine 100 mg – 2 tablets.

It is also recommended to take any NSAID pain reliever 2 hours prior: Ketoprofen 100 mg, or   Nimesulide 100 mg, or Ibuprofen 200 mg

Directly before the procedure, if there are no contraindications,   the doctor will insert a gel with Lidocaine into your urethra, which additionally   reduce possible discomfort

Preparation before   Ultrasound of the kidneys

No specific preparation is required.

It is recommended to exclude for a day   gas-producing foods: cabbage, legumes, dairy products, grapes,   watermelon, white bread, carbonated drinks.

Preparation before   Ultrasound   Scrotum

No specific preparation required

Preparation before   Ultrasound   prostate (TRUS)

1. 4 hours before the examination, have a bowel movement or use a small cleansing enema.
2. Arrive with a moderately full bladder. Drink 2-3 glasses of water an hour and a half before the appointment.

 Preparation before   Ultrasound   urinary bladder

1. Come with a moderately full bladder. Drink 2-3 glasses of water an hour and a half before the appointment.