PUBLISHED: Cystoscope Assembly and Preparation for a Cystoscopy

Cystoscope Assembly and Preparation for a Cystoscopy
Cindy Fletcher, M.Ed., CST
North Shore Community College, Danvers, MA

Cystoscopy is a fundamental diagnostic and therapeutic urological procedure. The patient’s safety is protected and the procedural flow is improved when the table and instrument setups are performed efficiently using sterile technique. This educational video demonstrates the preparation of the surgical field and step-by-step assembly of a standard rigid cystoscope, including the recommended workflow for sterile table arrangement, fluid management, and connection of the assembled cystoscope.