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A member asked:
Since a nephrostomy tube just slides out when removed can i do it at home if the doctor says it can come out? i live 2hours away from my doc.
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It might be secured: with a suture or some other anchoring device. Also, removal can cause bleeding, catheter breakage, or some other complication. Ask your urologist if you can do this safely at home.
Answered 6/22/2015
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