Flourescence cystoscopy--how to do it.
Flourescence cystoscopy is a new development which is gaining credence in the treatment of bladder cancer. It has been shown to decrease recurrence rates compared with white light cystoscopy. Analysis has demonstrated the cost effectiveness of this approach. It is a technique which is easy to learn for those experienced in white light cystoscopy. Here we describe how it works and exactly how to perform this examination.
Barnet and Chase Farm Hospitals, London, United Kingdom. gregshaw@doctors.org.uk
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D004724:Endoscopy / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D007089:Image Enhancement / Q000379:methods; D008856:Microscopy, Fluorescence / Q000379:methods*; D025321:Surgery, Computer-Assisted / Q000379:methods*; D001743:Urinary Bladder / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery*; D001749:Urinary Bladder Neoplasms / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery*