Cystoscopy Stent Removal Treatment in India
About Cystoscopy Stent Removal
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive, typically performed without general anesthesia.Quick procedure, often completed in under 15 minutes.Outpatient basis, allowing same-day return home.Relieves discomfort associated with a long-term indwelling stent.Prevents potential complications like infections or stent encrustation.Performed using a cystoscope, providing direct visualization for safety./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Completion of the healing period after ureteral or kidney surgery (e.g., stone removal, ureteral reconstruction).
- After resolution of a ureteral obstruction (e.g., from a kidney stone or stricture).
- Following a urinary diversion procedure.
- Stent-related symptoms like pain, frequent urination, or blood in urine that require its removal.
- Prevention of long-term complications such as urinary tract infections or stent encrustation with mineral deposits.
- Routine removal after a pre-determined period (usually weeks to a few months) as planned by the urologist.
How to prepare
- Consultation with the urologist to review medical history and the reason for stent placement.
- You may be asked to provide a urine sample to check for infection prior to removal.
- Inform your doctor about all medications, especially blood thinners (may need temporary discontinuation).
- Typically, no fasting is required if only local anesthesia is used.
- Arrange for someone to drive you home afterward, especially if sedation is planned.
- Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing on the day of the procedure.
Risks & possible complications
- Mild discomfort or a burning sensation during urination for 24-48 hours.
- Minor bleeding or blood-tinged urine for a short period.
- Risk of urinary tract infection (UTI).
- Very rare risk of injury to the urethra or bladder.
- Incomplete removal or stent fracture (extremely rare with modern techniques).
- Temporary bladder spasm or urgency.
Recovery & hospital stay
- You can usually resume normal activities and light work the same or next day.
- Drink plenty of water (2-3 liters) over the next 24 hours to flush the urinary system.
- You may experience mild burning with urination or pink-tinged urine; this should resolve quickly.
- Avoid strenuous exercise, heavy lifting, and sexual activity for 24-48 hours as advised.
- Contact your urologist immediately if you develop fever, chills, severe pain, inability to urinate, or heavy bleeding.
- Attend any scheduled follow-up appointments to ensure complete recovery.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 days
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering cystoscopy stent removal in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for cystoscopy stent removal in India include Medanta The Medicity, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Miot Hospital Chennai, Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform cystoscopy stent removal. MediFyr helps you compare urologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for cystoscopy stent removal compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Cystoscopy Stent Removal in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated urology teams and experience managing patients undergoing cystoscopy stent removal.
Kolkata, India
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Urologists for Cystoscopy Stent Removal
Explore experienced urologists who regularly perform cystoscopy stent removal and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 10 Years Experience
- Urologist
Manipal Hospital Salt Lake