Introduction

 

It is a type of closed surgery during which the doctor removes the bladder tumor using a tube-shaped device called a cystoscope. After this operation, the patient will usually (depending on the doctor's opinion) have a catheter for 24-48 hours, the purpose of which is to wash the bladder and prevent urinary retention.

 

Post-operative training

Urinary irritation usually improves 2-3 days after removing the urethral catheter .

Up to a week after removing the catheter, the urine may be a little bloody .

Up to two weeks after the operation, the reappearance of blood in the urine, which may be accompanied by extraneous substances such as some tissue or bladder tissue, is normal and occurs after the healing process of the wound .

Prevent blood clots and bladder infection by drinking plenty of fluids .

diet:

You can resume your normal diet. Drink 10-12 glasses of fluids daily. Prevent constipation by consuming more vegetables and fresh fruits .

Activity:

The time to return to work depends on the type of job and the doctor's opinion, usually it will be 2-3 weeks later. Walking is a good activity, but don't tire yourself. You can go up or down the stairs limitedly and slowly .

Avoid doing sports or heavy activities for 3-4 weeks. Avoid moving items heavier than 4-5 kg for 2 weeks .

Showering is not prohibited .

Avoid sexual intercourse for 2-3 weeks after removing the catheter.

Driving:

  It is recommended not to drive for 2-3 weeks .

Catheter care

1. Wash your hands before and after cleaning the catheter .

2. Wash the urinary catheter with soap and water twice a day and then dry it with a clean towel .

3. You can take a shower with a urethral catheter and bladder (unless the treating doctor advises otherwise).

4. Make sure that the catheter is open and the urine drains into the bladder.

5. Make sure that the catheter is not twisted or blocked .

6. Take care of the place where the catheter enters the duct in terms of inflammation or other signs of infection, such as yellow and purulent discharge, swelling, redness, etc.

7. Always keep the urinary bag lower than the level of the bladder so that the urine can be drained easily (especially while sleeping (avoid the sudden stretching of the catheter).

8. Avoid rubbing lotions, creams and powders around the urethra at the catheter insertion site .

Warning signs:

If the following occur, go to the doctor or the nearest emergency room of your place of residence:

Increased amount of bleeding from the duct , urinary retention , fever and chills (fever above 38.5), nausea or vomiting, difficulty in breathing or cough that does not improve , foul-smelling and thick urine that has changed color. pain, redness and swelling of the legs.