Wireless cystoscope the future of cystoscopy
- Ioannis Chatzipapas,
- Nikolaos Kathopoulis,
- Panagiota Siemou,
- Atthanasios Protopapas
Nikolaos Kathopoulis
Alexandra Hospital, University of Athens
Author ProfileAtthanasios Protopapas
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens Faculty of Medicine
Author ProfileAbstract
Cystoscopy during a hysterectomy may decrease the rate of lower urinary
tract injury. Our department has developed a new wireless endoscopic
setup that couples a rigid 30 degree , 4-mm cystoscope with a wireless
camera modified with a special adapter. We used a portable and
rechargeable light source. Two cases performed with the new setup are
presented in the videos. This report presents the use of a wireless,
low-cost and portable camera throughout the course of cystoscopy and the
results are promising. The new technique is feasible and easy
reproducible and could contribute to making cystoscopy during
gynecologic surgery cost-effective.