The procedure is typically performed under general or regional anesthesia. Here are the steps involved:
1. Preparation: The patient is prepped, and anesthesia is administered. 2. Cystoscopy: A cystoscope, a thin tube with a camera, is inserted into the bladder via the urethra. 3. Instillation of Fluid: Saline is instilled to distend the bladder, usually to a volume of 80-100 mL. 4. Observation: The bladder walls are observed for any abnormalities, including ulcers or petechial hemorrhages. 5. Drainage: The saline is then drained, and the bladder is evaluated again.
