Vesical

Vesical refers to anything related to the urinary bladder. It is derived from the Latin word "vesica", which means bladder. The term is often used in medical contexts, such as in the names of diseases, conditions, and anatomical structures.

Anatomy

The urinary bladder, or simply the bladder, is a hollow muscular organ that stores urine from the kidneys before disposal by urination. It is located in the pelvis, just above and behind the pubic bone.

Vesical Conditions

There are several medical conditions that can affect the vesical system. These include:

• Vesical Calculus: This is a condition where stones form in the bladder. These stones can cause pain and other symptoms.
• Vesical Fistula: This is an abnormal connection between the bladder and another organ or the skin.
• Vesical diverticulum: This is a condition where a pouch forms in the bladder wall. This pouch can fill with urine and cause symptoms such as frequent urinary tract infections.

Vesical Procedures

There are several medical procedures that involve the vesical system. These include:

• Cystoscopy: This is a procedure where a thin tube with a camera is inserted into the bladder through the urethra. It is used to diagnose and treat conditions of the urinary tract.
• Vesicostomy: This is a surgical procedure where an opening is made in the bladder to allow urine to drain out of the body.
• Vesical Catheterization: This is a procedure where a tube is inserted into the bladder to drain urine.

See Also

• Urinary system
• Urinary tract infection
• Cystitis