May 21, 2025 · It is normal to experience urination changes after gallbladder surgery. Increased urination is common and typically resolves within a few weeks. Contact your doctor if it persists.

Nov 23, 2025 · While urinary retention is a rare complication after elective cholecystectomy, it is a recognized side effect of certain pain medicines and general anesthesia. The stress and …

Mar 28, 2023 · While most cases of postoperative urinary retention resolve on their own, you may need to temporarily use a catheter or take medication to help your bladder drain. …

Dec 17, 2024 · Not being able to pee after surgery can be a serious complication. Find out what to do if you develop post-operative urinary retention.

Experiencing trouble urinating after gallbladder removal surgery is more common than many realize. The gallbladder’s removal itself doesn’t directly affect the urinary system, but the …

Most people are able to urinate in a normal way again after treatment. Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor …

Jun 18, 2025 · Urinary retention describes an inability to completely empty the bladder. It is a relatively common complication in the post-surgical patient - and so a clear understanding of …

Oct 21, 2025 · Post-operative urinary retention (POUR) is a distressing complication that can occur after gallbladder surgery, leaving patients unable to urinate despite a full bladder. This …

Postoperative urinary retention (PO‐UR) is an acute and painful inability to void after surgery that can lead to complications and delayed hospital discharge. Standard treatment with a urinary …

Feb 26, 2024 · Postoperative urinary retention is a common outcome after surgical procedures for pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence. The following clinical consensus …