Fetal cystoscopy for diagnosis and treatment of lower urinary outflow tract obstruction
Guidance issued
Number: IPG205
Summary:
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has issued full guidance to the NHS in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland on fetal cystoscopy for diagnosis and treatment of lower urinary outflow tract obstruction.
Description:
Lower urinary outflow tract obstruction prevents an unborn baby from passing urine. This can reduce the volume of amniotic fluid, and can cause problems with development of the baby's lungs and kidneys. Fetal cystoscopy is a procedure in which a flexible endoscope (a special video camera) is inserted into the baby's bladder to identify the cause of obstruction and to guide treatment in order to allow urine to pass freely.
Arrangement:
Other (see guidance)
Topic Area:
Diagnostic procedures
Gynaecology, pregnancy and birth
Urogenital
Specialty:
Obstetrics and gynaecology
Paediatrics
Specialist advice has been sought from:
British Association of Perinatal Medicine
British Maternal and Fetal Medicine Society
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health
Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
Paediatric Intensive Care Society
British Association of Paediatric Urologists
Date notified to NICE:
31 January 2005
Provisional consultation date:
Autumn 2006
IP Pub Date:
24 January 2007
Contact
Details:
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