Effect of Cyclic Sighing Breathing Exercise on CRBD, Pain, and Sleep Quality in Patients Undergoing TUR

Transurethral resection (TUR) is a common minimally invasive surgical procedure for lower urinary tract diseases. However, postoperative urinary catheterization often causes catheter-related bladder discomfort (CRBD) and pain due to bladder spasms, which negatively impact recovery and sleep quality. Pharmacological agents used to alleviate CRBD and pain may cause adverse side effects. This study aims to evaluate the effects of cyclic sighing breathing exercises on CRBD severity, pain intensity, and sleep quality in patients undergoing TUR.

Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 18 years or older * Undergoing Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TUR-P) or Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumor (TUR-M/TUR-BT) * Having an indwelling urethral catheter placed postoperatively * Fully conscious, oriented, and cooperative * Able to speak and understand Turkish * Volunteering to participate and providing written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status score of IV or higher * Presence of any medical condition or physical impairment that prevents performing breathing exercises * Diagnosed history of sleep apnea * Regular use of sedative, hypnotic, or sleep-inducing medications * Neurological or psychiatric disorders severely impeding hearing, vision, or verbal communication * Refusal to participate in the study