Vocal polyp surgery generally does not require a catheter.
Vocal polyp surgery can mainly use electronic fiberoptic laryngoscope under the vocal polypectomy and supportive laryngoscope under the vocal polypectomy, the operation time is usually shorter, usually does not lead to excessive bladder urine, so generally do not need to insert a catheter.
1. Electronic fiberoptic laryngoscopic vocal polypectomy: under surface anesthesia and local anesthesia, the swelling can be observed through electronic fiberoptic laryngoscope, and the vocal polyp can be removed with the help of professional instruments and equipments, and the bleeding will be stopped at the same time. Patients in this type of surgery are awake and do not need to be catheterized.
2. Supported laryngoscopic polypectomy: After general anesthesia, the supported laryngoscope is placed into the laryngeal cavity, the swelling is observed under direct vision, microscope or fiberoptic laryngeal endoscopy, and laryngeal microscopic instruments, CO₂ laser, laryngeal low-temperature plasma knife and other equipments are used to excise the swelling and stop the hemorrhage. The entire procedure and anesthesia can be performed in less than one hour, and in most cases, a urinary catheter is also not required.
Before undergoing surgery for vocal polyps, it is important to consult with your surgeon to get a full understanding of what to expect during surgery.