Healthy Notes

Bladder Washing (Bladder Irrigation) – Procedure, Indications, and Nursing Care Introduction Bladder washing (also called bladder irrigation or bladder lavage ) is a medical procedure used to clean the urinary bladder by flushing it with sterile fluid. It helps remove blood clots, mucus, debris, pus, or other unwanted materials from the bladder. It is commonly performed through a Foley catheter or a three-way urinary catheter in patients with urinary retention, post-surgical bleeding, or certain bladder infections. Purpose of Bladder Washing To remove blood clots , debris, or pus from the bladder. To prevent or relieve catheter blockage . To treat or prevent infection by flushing the bladder with antiseptic or antibiotic solutions. To maintain catheter patency in patients with continuous bladder drainage. To control bleeding in post-TURP (Transurethral Resection of Prostate) or bladder surgery patients. To collect samples for diagnostic testing (e.g., ...