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@carolak @b2byrne
One thing is to be aware of your current level of kidney function, that is, your eGFR. Most clinicians will hesitate to initiate a procedure if the patient's eGFR is 30% or less. That goes for anything requiring contrast. It takes a toll on the kidneys to clear the system, and can lead to severe problems.

Sometimes a patient has to have a dialysis session to help the kidneys clear contrast. I have a friend who recently has this happen. She is already on dialysis, by the way, and this was an added session. From Healthline: https://www.healthline.com/health/contrast-induced-nephropathy#prevalence

In the end, it is your decision. The reasons for a contrast study can vary, and all risks need to be addressed. @carolak, has there been any discussion about doing MRI or ultrasound as the source of your hematuria is researched?
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Thank you for your response.
No mention of MRI or ultrasound. They continue to want to do the same thing. Wait for active bleeding. Nd then cystoscope. And of course CT scans are clear. I’m going to do a lot more research before I agree to that procedure. But had I not come across this site and comments from many I would have not known these things. Thank you all !!