Despite reviewing 39 eligible trials, few firm conclusions could be reached because of the multiple comparisons considered, the small size of individual trials, and their low quality. Whether or not to use a particular policy is usually a trade-off between the risks of morbidity (especially infection) and risks of recatheterisation.
Early removal advances discharge home. Comparison of midnight and early morning catheter removal following prostatectomy.
Resumption of normal voiding is necessary before prostatectomy patients can be discharged from hospital. This study assesses the effect upon this of the timing of catheter removal.