Cystourethrogram

Retrograde Cystourethrography, Voiding Cystourethrography

Results

A cystourethrogram is an X-ray test that takes pictures of your bladder and urethra while you are urinating. Some results may be available immediately after the cystourethrogram. Final results are usually available within 1 to 2 days.

Cystourethrogram

Normal:

The bladder appears normal. Urine flows normally from the bladder. The bladder empties all the way. The contrast material flows evenly out of the bladder through a smooth-walled urethra.

Abnormal:

Bladder stones, tumors, narrowing or pouches in the wall (diverticula) of the urethra or bladder are seen in the bladder. If the test was done because of possible injury to the bladder, a tear is found in the bladder wall or urethra. Urine flows backward from the bladder into the ureters (vesicoureteral reflux ). Contrast material leaks from the bladder. The bladder does not empty all the way. The prostate gland is enlarged.

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Author:	Monica Rhodes	Last Updated: July 8, 2008
Medical Review:	E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine Avery L. Seifert, MD - Urology
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