Cystogram (voiding)

Information for our Nuclear Medicine Patients

* Inform your physician if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Overview

This test is used to diagnosis and follow-up treatment of vesicoureteral reflux.

Indications

Vesicoureteral reflux evaluation

Cystogram (voiding)

A Voiding Cystogram study involves the use of a small amount of radioactive material. The level of radioactivity used is extremely low and has no side effects.

You will be positioned next to a special detector called a gamma camera. The camera does not produce any radiation. It will be placed close to the part of your body being imaged.

Patient Preparation

None.

Procedure

Once in the exam room you will have a catheter inserted into your bladder. (A Catheter is a small tube used to withdraw and inject fluids). A small amount of radioactive material is put into your bladder along with some saline. Your bladder is filled and then you are instructed to empty your bladder. Painless images of your bladder are obtained continuously during this study. The entire procedure usually lasts up to 1 and 1/2 hours.

Further Information

Contact Terre Haute Medical Laboratory Nuclear Medicine, 812.238.7542