Can you do a bladder scan with a foley catheter in place?

Yes, a bladder scan can be performed with a Foley catheter in place, but it may not provide accurate results. The presence of the catheter can affect the bladder volume measurement because it may not accurately reflect the amount of urine present in the bladder. To obtain reliable results, it's often recommended to clamp the catheter for a period before the scan, allowing urine to accumulate in the bladder. However, this should be done under the guidance of a healthcare professional.