pyeloscopy

/paɪˈɛlɒskəpɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

an endoscopic examination of the renal pelvis, using a flexible or rigid endoscope, especially to investigate renal or ureteric disease or to place a stent.

“The doctor performed a pyeloscopy to examine the patient’s renal pelvis and diagnose the cause of their pain.”

Synonyms

  • pyelography
  • uroscopy

Antonyms

  • pyelonephritis