URETHRAL STRICTURE
URETHRAL STRICTURE
A urethral stricture is a narrowing of the urethra due to scar tissue or inflammation, which restricts the flow of urine. This can lead to discomfort, urinary retention, and infections if left untreated. If you’re dealing with urethral stricture, there are several treatment approaches based on the severity, location, and recurrence of the stricture. Here are additional options beyond standard dilation and surgery
Causes of Urethral Stricture
Urethral stricture occurs when scar tissue or inflammation causes a narrowing of the urethra, restricting urine flow. The main causes include:
Previous urethral injury – Trauma from accidents, pelvic fractures, or medical procedures.
Urinary catheterization – Long-term or repeated catheter use can cause scarring.
Infections (UTIs & STIs) – Chronic urinary infections like gonorrhea or chlamydia.
Surgical complications – After prostate, bladder, or urethral surgeries.
Radiation therapy – Used for pelvic cancers, which can cause urethral damage.
Congenital defects – Some people are born with a narrowed urethra.
Symptoms of Urethral Stricture
✔️ Weak or slow urine stream
✔️ Difficulty starting urination
✔️ Pain or burning sensation while urinating
✔️ Frequent urinary tract infections (UTIs)
✔️ Incomplete emptying of the bladder
✔️ Blood in the urine (hematuria)
✔️ Spraying or splitting of urine stream
✔️ Increased urge to urinate (urgency)
Diagnosis of Urethral Stricture
🔹 Urine Flow Test (Uroflowmetry) – Measures the speed and volume of urine flow.
🔹 Cystoscopy – A thin tube with a camera is inserted into the urethra to visually identify the stricture.
🔹 Retrograde Urethrogram (RUG) – An X-ray with contrast dye to locate and assess the severity of the stricture.
🔹 Ultrasound – Helps detect complications in the bladder or kidneys related to urinary obstruction.
Treatment Options at Shivasya Urology Hospital
✅ Urethral Dilation – A non-surgical procedure where the stricture is gradually stretched using increasingly larger tubes.
✅ Urethrotomy (Optical Internal Urethrotomy – OIU) – A minimally invasive endoscopic procedure that uses a laser or small knife to cut and remove the scar tissue causing the stricture.
✅ Urethroplasty – A surgical reconstruction of the urethra to remove or replace the narrowed segment; considered the most effective long-term treatment.
✅ Perineal Urethrostomy – A specialized surgical option for severe or recurrent strictures, creating a new urinary opening in the perineum.
✅ Urinary Catheterization – Often used as an immediate, temporary solution for relieving urinary retention caused by the stricture.
Why Choose Shivasya ?
✔️ Advanced Minimally Invasive & Laser Procedures
✔️ High Success Rates with Urethroplasty
✔️ Experienced Urologists
✔️ Specialized Urological Care
✔️ Comprehensive Post-Treatment
✔️ Follow-Up and Support
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