Two months ago I posted regarding my hematuria. I received wonderful supportive messages from this site! I have COPD (moderate) and was worried about an upcoming surgery and how the COPD would influence the respiratory outcome. I'm glad to report I had a pre-op work up and good to go.. Had the ureteroscopy yesterday and no bladder tumors! The doctor removed 3 ureteral stones and a kidney stone. I have recovered well with the only side effect being a mild sore throat from being intubated in the operating room. I'm sooo thankful:)