Hydrodistention is mainly employed to diagnose and manage conditions related to the bladder. These include:
1. Interstitial Cystitis (IC): This chronic condition manifests as bladder pain and frequent urination. Hydrodistention can help in diagnosing IC by revealing characteristic changes in the bladder wall. 2. Bladder Pain Syndrome: This condition involves chronic pain in the bladder and pelvic region. Hydrodistention can help alleviate symptoms by increasing bladder capacity temporarily. 3. Chronic Pelvic Pain: This can be caused by various conditions, including endometriosis and pelvic inflammatory disease. Hydrodistention helps in assessing the bladder's role in such pain.
