Vesico-

Vesico- (from Latin vesica urinaria - bladder) is a prefix used in medical terminology to denote words related to the bladder. The bladder is an organ that serves to temporarily store urine produced in the kidneys. It is located in the pelvis, behind the pubic bone, and is shaped like an elongated sac.

One of the most common diseases of the bladder is cystitis - inflammation of its mucous membrane, which is usually accompanied by pain in the lower abdomen, frequent and painful urination and other unpleasant symptoms. Vesico- is used in terms related to the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of bladder diseases.

For example, vesicography is an X-ray examination of the bladder, carried out by introducing a contrast agent into its cavity. Vesicostomy is an operation in which an opening is created in the bladder for the purpose of draining urine. Vesicotomy is a surgical cutting of the bladder wall to remove formations in its cavity.

Vesico is also used in terms related to bladder function. For example, vesicomotor is a set of motor functions of the bladder that ensure its contraction during urination. Vesicosensitivity is the ability of the bladder to respond to distension and filling with urine.

Vesico- is an important prefix in medical terminology related to the bladder. Its use allows you to accurately and clearly indicate various aspects of diagnosis, treatment and function of this important organ of the urinary system.