What is the difference between a Rigid Cystoscopy and TURBT?

A rigid cystoscopy could be used for a variety of procedures, including TURBT. Recovery will depend on length of time, ie how much anaesthetic, and what procedure is done. People vary as to how much they are affected.

I took around 10 days just to get over the woozy head from the anaesthetic. From the TURBT itself you can expect urination to be urgent/frequent/painful at first, gradually abating over a couple of weeks. So in general I would say allow at least 2 weeks, but can be a bit longer.

First TURBT I was absolutely fine of the anaesthetic the second TURBT I was groggy for a number of days so understand what your saying on the woozy head couldnt believe how different both experiences were  

Ste 

Thanks for the heads up. I best get a good book and a new pillow ready

This will be my first turbt and my second op under a general. I’ll try not to panic if I feel woozy! 

I think a lot depends on where you are on the list, too, ie how long you have been without food/drink. Last GA I had, I mentioned the wooziness in advance & I think they gave me something extra to counteract it. Either that, or I was first on the list & it was very light & short.

Hi. I had my third TURBT/ rigid ciscopy under GA with 2 Biopsy taken. Could anyone explain what “OPA with HPE reports” means on my discharge Summary as not seen this before?

OPA  outpatient’s appointment 

And  I believe HPE is histology path lab report on biopsies. So sounds like an appointment request to discuss results. Best wishes.

You may find this leaflet from Fight Bladder www.fightbladdercancer.co.uk/.../FBC TURBT PIB Digital.pdf

thank you