A urinary catheter is often left in place for several days after cystoscopic lithotripsy.
Cystoscopic lithotripsy is commonly used for bladder stones, and if there are no stone lesions in the ureter or kidney, a double J-tube is usually not necessary after the procedure, and only a catheter is needed to prevent urinary difficulties.
In general, if the lower urinary tract stones (including bladder stones and urethral stones) are small, without bleeding or other complications, the catheter can be left in place for 2 days.
If the lower urethral stone is large and damage to the bladder or urethra leads to bleeding, the catheter should be left in place for a longer period of time, and removed when the urine exported becomes clear, usually for 5-7 days, and at the same time, bladder irrigation should be carried out to prevent infection.
After cystoscopic lithotripsy surgery related to the situation should consult a specialized physician.