What Is Pyelography Used for?

An intravenous pyelogram is used to examine your kidneys, ureters and bladder. It lets your doctor see the size and shape of these structures and determine if they're working properly.

Is antegrade pyelography done blindly?

Percutaneous needle puncture of the renal pelvis for antegrade pyelography is a technique that is widely accepted and can be performed in most cases as an alternative to retrograde pyelogram. The initial blind technique was introduced by Goodwin et al. but was later improved using fluoroscopic guidance.

What is a cystoscopy with retrogrades?

A retrograde pyelogram is an imaging test that uses X-rays to look at your bladder, ureters, and kidneys. The ureters are the long tubes that connect your kidneys to your bladder. This test is usually done during a test called cystoscopy. It uses an endoscope, which is a long, flexible, lighted tube.