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PRE-OP PROCEDURES FOR STAPEDECTOMY PATIENT
I am a male, aged 67 and cheduled for a Stapedectomy (Otosclerosis) in September. Although I am almost 100% continent after a prostatectomy a few years ago I am concerned that I may need to "pee" during and after the surgery while in recovery. Is a urinary catheter normally used for such a surgery or should I request this from my ENT surgeon? Thanks.
Thank you. I will address the issue with my doctor a few weeks before the surgery. Thanks, again.
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hi, for a stapedectomy surgery, usually a urinary catheter is not inserted. If you have problems with incontinence, you can request your doctor for catheterization. Good luck with your procedure. Regards.
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