It is reported during a diagnostic cystoscopy using topical anesthetic (lidocaine gel) and a visera cysto-nephro videoscope, at the end of the procedure, the angulation on the scope became locked and would not disengage/straighten out and was stuck in the patient's urethra.
The scope retroflexed at 180 degrees.
There was urethral dilation that caused minor bleeding/mucosal tears requiring no treatment.
There was no delay in the procedure and the planned procedure was completed using the complaint device.
No additional consequences to the patient were reported.
The scope was inspected prior to use and no damage or abnormalities were noted.
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