WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: What do I need to know about suprapubic cystostomy? 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. How do I prepare for surgery? Your healthcare provider will talk to you about how to prepare for surgery. He may tell you not to eat or drink anything after midnight on the day of your surgery. He will tell you what medicines to take or not take on the day of your surgery. What will happen during surgery? Your surgeon will make a small incision in your abdomen below your belly button. Another small incision will be made in your bladder. The catheter will be inserted into your abdomen and bladder. Once the catheter is in place, the balloon on the end of the catheter will be filled with sterile water. This balloon keeps the catheter in place inside the bladder. The other end of the catheter will be connected to a clean drainage bag or closed with a valve. The catheter may be secured in the stoma with stitches or surgical tape. What are the risks of surgery? You may bleed more than expected or get an infection. Your organs or blood vessels may be damaged during surgery. Your bladder may become irritated. Long-term use of a catheter can lead to kidney stones, blood in your urine, or bladder inflammation. |