Early catheter removal: a prospective study of 100 consecutive patients undergoing transurethral resection of the prostate

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Abstract
Objective To determine whether early catheter removal after transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) leads to early hospital discharge with no increase in complications. Patients and methods From October 1992 50 consecutive patients undergoing TURP in each of two hospitals were catheterized for 36‐48 h after the operation. Patients were followed up to assess the frequency and extent of post‐operative complications. Results The two groups, which were standardized as far as possible, had a similar outcome whether the catheter was removed within 24 h or >36 h after TURP. Conclusion Brief catheter drainage after TURP is safe and allows an earlier discharge from hospital than the standard duration of catheterization.