Preparing for the procedure
- Understand why the stent is needed and planned duration
- Follow procedure and anaesthetic instructions
- Discuss current infection and medication
- Confirm the removal or exchange plan
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Urinary drainage
JJ stent insertion & removal
Temporary internal drainage between the kidney and bladder when a ureter is blocked, swollen or healing.
Why it may be recommended
A JJ stent helps urine drain from the kidney to the bladder. It may be used around stone treatment, obstruction or infection and must be removed or exchanged according to the plan.
What generally happens
The soft tube is usually positioned endoscopically with one curl in the kidney and one in the bladder. Removal is commonly performed with a short cystoscopic procedure or by another planned method.
Recovery & follow-up
- Frequency, urgency, flank discomfort or blood in urine can occur
- Keep the removal date visible and attend it
- Use symptom medication if prescribed
- Seek urgent care for fever, severe worsening pain or feeling unwell
Questions worth asking
Be informed before you decide.
- 01How long will the stent remain?
- 02How will it be removed?
- 03Which symptoms are expected?
- 04Who do I contact if symptoms worsen?