Cystoscopy can usually remove the urinary catheter 1 to 7 days after the operation, which needs to be adjusted according to the purpose of the operation and the condition of the disease.
If the cystoscopy is for diagnosis, it is to observe the condition of the bladder; if there are no special circumstances, the catheter does not need to be retained for too long and can be removed 1 day after the operation.
If the cystoscopy is used for treatment, the decision on when to remove the catheter will depend on the condition of the patient. If cystoscopic lithotripsy or lithotripsy is performed, the catheter is usually left in place for about 2 days.
If cystoscopic electrosurgery is used, the duration of retention needs to be judged according to the extent of resection. If the tumor size is small and the resection area is shallow and small, a catheter can be left in place for 1~3 days; if the resection area is deeper and wider, it is recommended to leave the urinary catheter in place for about 1 week, and then remove the catheter after the bladder’s function of contraction and dilatation is restored.
After cystoscopy, it is recommended to drink plenty of fluids for diuresis, closely observe the color and turbidity of urine, and inform the doctor in time if there is any abnormality.