Question 1

About the treatment

Dr. Savin Yadav · Accepted Answer

Bladder instillation is an in-office procedure in which medication or a combination of medications are injected into the bladder through a urinary catheter. This procedure can be done in the office or the patient can be taught to do it at home.

Question 2

What is involved in the procedure

Dr. Savin Yadav · Accepted Answer

During a bladder instillation, a solution is inserted into the bladder through a catheter. The solution remains in place for about 10 to 15 minutes before it's drained. The treatment can be done by a urologist or with self-catheterization at home.

Question 3

Who is the right doctor for this procedure

Dr. Savin Yadav · Accepted Answer

The right doctor to consult for Bladder Instillation is a Urologist along with a Physician.

Question 4

What is the usual success rate for this procedure

Dr. Savin Yadav · Accepted Answer

The success rate varies between 72-82%.

Question 5

What is Bladder Instillation?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Bladder instillation refers to the process in which medicines is directly introduced in bladder for treating the patients with interstitial cyst and bladder pain syndrome who have failed conservative and oral therapy.

Question 6

Who needs to undergo Bladder Instillation treatment?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

One of the most common reasons an urologist may recommend instillations of the bladder is interstitial cystitis which is sometimes mistaken as urinary tract infection.

Question 7

What bladder instillation procedure is used to treat?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Bladder instillation procedure is being used to treat cystitis which is an inflammation of the bladder wall and its lining and the procedure involves filling of the bladder with a solution and holding it for 15 minutes.

Question 8

How long do bladder instillations last?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Bladder instillations are typically done every week or every other week and the treatment cycle usually continues for anywhere from a month or so to up to two months (6-8 weeks).

Question 9

What happens after bladder instillation treatment?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

While each patient responds differently to bladder instillation treatment improvement are seen within three to four weeks after start of treatment.  Oral examination are done to look for signs of other problems in urinary tract sometimes  use of catheter increases the risk of urinary tract infection, therefore patient should also look for the signs of urinary tract infection.

Question 10

How long does it take for bladder instillation to work?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

It takes around three to four weeks for bladder instillation to work and treatment are usually done in the cycle of six to eight weeks.

Question 11

How long does pain last after bladder instillation?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Pain usually lasts for mainly three hours after treatment and along with it some patients have also experience less pain for few days or week after bladder instillations.

Question 12

How much time is needed for bladder instillation?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

It takes around a hour to perform bladder instillation procedure to complete under general anaesthesia.

Question 13

Who performs bladder instillation?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Bladder instillation procedure is being done by an Urologist.

Question 14

How is a Bladder instillation done?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

When bladder instillation treatment is done, the catheter is inserted into the tube which leads to the bladder which is from outside of the body.  The DMSO solution is measured before also which is left  in place for about 15 minutes before being released in reverse direction. Treatments are usually given in every few weeks.

Question 15

What is the cost of tests for Bladder Instillation?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

The package typically includes the cost of the tests too. The main test conducted for bladder instillation includes pelvic examination, urine examination, biopsy, urine cytology and potassium sensitivity test. The common ones conducted before bladder instillation cost includes some blood tests such as glucose level tests, blood clotting tests, blood chemistry, and blood count test.

Question 16

Are the pharmacy and medicines cost included in the package?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

All medicines in the time frame that the patient is at the hospital are covered in the package. Medicines taken for recovery are usually not covered in the package price.

Question 17

Is there any post-treatment expense after getting Bladder Instillation?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Bladder instillations are typically done every week or every other week. The cycle of treatments usually continues for anywhere from a month or so to up to two months. A bladder instillation you will need  assistance  in managing many different bladder problems. You have to visit your urologist in every week of for your follow up. The follow up cost will be included in the package.

Question 18

What’s the stay duration for the surgery and the cost?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Bladder instillation surgery will be completed in 4 to 8 hours. The stay duration after bladder instillation process will be of 5 to 7 days and the recovery time of the procedure will be short. The catheter is removed after 10 days, you have to visit the hospital after 10 days for catheter removal.  The stay duration of your hospital and the surgery cost are included in the package.

Question 19

Does Insurance cover the treatment?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

As per the norm the treatment will only be covered if it is under if the treatment is surgical or if the patient needs treatment for long term.

Question 20

Are there cheaper options for Bladder Instillation?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Some of the cheaper options for bladder instillation includes some drugs such as non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs and tricyclic antidepressants.

Bladder Instillation Cost In Seven Hills Hospital Mumbai

Frequently asked questions related to expenses that most patients have when planing for Bladder Instillation.

What is the cost of tests for Bladder Instillation?

Are the pharmacy and medicines cost included in the package?

Is there any post-treatment expense after getting Bladder Instillation?

What’s the stay duration for the surgery and the cost?

Does Insurance cover the treatment?

Are there cheaper options for Bladder Instillation?

Bladder Instillation in Seven Hills Hospital Mumbai

Doctors for Bladder Instillation in Seven Hills Hospital Mumbai

Dr. Sheetal Sawankar

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Frequently Asked Questions Related to Bladder Instillation

Before the Procedure (3 Questions):

1 What is Bladder Instillation?

2 Who needs to undergo Bladder Instillation treatment?

3 What bladder instillation procedure is used to treat?

During the Procedure (3 Questions):

1 How much time is needed for bladder instillation?

2 Who performs bladder instillation?

3 How is a Bladder instillation done?

Post the Procedure (4 Questions):

1 How long do bladder instillations last?

2 What happens after bladder instillation treatment?

3 How long does it take for bladder instillation to work?

4 How long does pain last after bladder instillation?