Ureteral stents are usually removed after 1 to 3 months. The exact time of removal is affected by the purpose of placing the stent, the type of stent, etc. It is recommended to consult the surgeon if the stent can be removed in 20 days.
Ureteral stents are generally used to support the ureter and drain urine, prevent ureteral stenosis and so on. If the patient has recovered well, it can be removed a few weeks after lithotripsy surgery as prescribed by the doctor; for ureteral stenosis patients, the specific time of removal depends on the individual situation, and the doctor needs to be consulted, and some patients can be left in the ureter for several months.
If a patient has a ureteral stent in place, he or she should seek medical attention if symptoms occur. The exact duration of the stent should be determined by the doctor.