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Suprapubic Cystostomy

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 3, 2024.

Suprapubic cystostomy is surgery to create a stoma (opening) through your abdomen into your bladder. This opening is where a catheter is inserted to drain urine. You may need a cystostomy if your urine flow is blocked.

DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS:

Seek immediate care if:

Call your doctor if:

Medicines:

Empty your urine drainage bag:

Empty your urine drainage bag when it is ½ to ⅔ full, or every 8 hours. If you have a smaller leg bag, empty it every 3 to 4 hours. Do the following when you empty your urine drainage bag:

Prevent an infection:

Follow up with your doctor or surgeon as directed:

You may need to return to have your suprapubic catheter changed or removed. Write down your questions so you remember to ask them during your visits.

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