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How To Read A Retrograde X-ray Picture?
Cystography - retrograde; Cystogram
What the risks are
There is some risk of infection from the catheter. Symptoms may include:
- Burning during urination (after the first day)
- Chills
- Decreased blood pressure (hypotension)
Fever - Increased
heart rate - Increased breathing rate
The amount of radiation exposure is similar to that of other x-rays. As with any radiation exposure, nursing or pregnant women should not usually have this test, unless it is determined that the benefits outweigh the...
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