Your drains are held in place with stitches to your skin and should always be supported to avoid
pulling on the drain.
The easiest method is to safety pin the drain bulb to your abdominal support or clothing. When
you shower, you may temporarily “hang” the drain bulb around a lanyard. The “How to care for
your drain” pamphlet has more detailed information. Drains are generally removed within 7 to
10 days after your surgery