A bladder that doesn't work is a very serious problem so anyone that says otherwise is, as Chell has stated, a fool. I hope the obstacles aren't being put there because someone higher up said a scan needs to be done immediately and this consultant has had his nose put out of joint. Someone higher up should be respected and listened to. That's how it is in most jobs so why it might not be in this is stupid. FIngers crossed it is all done very soon and that your OH is restored to his former glory.