Continuous bladder irrigation (CBI) is used to reduce the risk of clot formation and maintain indwelling urinary catheter (IUC) patency by continuously irrigating the bladder via a three‑way catheter. The three‑way catheter allows fluid to flow into and out of the bladder simultaneously.

What is the purpose of a continuous bladder irrigation?

Continuous Bladder Irrigation (CBI) is designed to prevent the formation of new, organized clots. The initiation of continuous bladder irrigation, usually in the form of normal saline, requires close monitoring to ensure inputs and outputs are roughly equivalent.

What is the purpose of continuous bladder irrigation after a TURP?

Continuous bladder irrigation (CBI) is a supplementary option for preventing the adverse events following transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). Regulation of the flow rate based on the color of drainage bag is significant to prevent the clot formation and retention, which is controlled manually at present.