Urethrography Descending

Descending urethrography is a method of x-ray examination of the urethra, in which a contrast agent is injected through a catheter into a previously contrasted bladder.

This method is used to diagnose diseases of the urethra and ureters. Urethrography can be used to identify tumors, strictures, diverticula, stones and other pathologies.

Before urethrography, it is necessary to prepare the patient: cleanse the intestines and bladder, and also exclude food and liquid intake 6-8 hours before the study. After this, the doctor inserts a catheter into the bladder and fills it with a contrast agent. The catheter is then advanced along the urethra to the site of pathology. An x-ray is taken after the contrast has passed through the ureters.

Urethrography is a fairly safe method of examination, but it can cause discomfort in the patient and requires special training of personnel and equipment. Therefore, urethrography is performed only in specialized medical institutions where the necessary equipment and qualified specialists are available.

**Urethrography** is a diagnostic procedure that is used to evaluate the condition of the urinary tract. During the procedure, a contrast dye is injected into the bladder and then filtered through the urethra (urethra).

A descending urethrogram is a technique for examining the urethra using x-rays. The technique is used in the diagnosis and treatment of certain pathologies of the genitourinary organs and allows one to assess the condition of the urethral tissues and identify abnormalities in the development of the urinary tract. In addition, the procedure shows swelling and inflammation of the genitourinary tract.

The technique is based on the introduction of contrast into the urinary organ. Contrast agent

Urethrography (UG) is a method of x-ray examination of the urethra and bladder, it is also used to monitor surgical interventions and diagnostic procedures in this area in men, it is an invasive method and has many contraindications.