Urethral Stricture Specialists in Sansad Marg, Delhi

What is Urethral Stricture?

A urethral stricture is an abnormal narrowing of the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body, caused by scar tissue formation that restricts urine flow. It occurs almost exclusively in men due to the greater length of the male urethra and can develop gradually, leading to progressively worsening difficulty with urination. If left untreated, chronic strictures can lead to complications such as urinary retention, recurrent urinary tract infections, and, in severe cases, kidney damage from back-pressure on the urinary system.

Causes of Urethral Stricture

Most commonly results from scar tissue formed after injury to the urethra, such as from a straddle injury, pelvic fracture, prior catheterization, or urethral surgery. Other causes include sexually transmitted infections, particularly untreated gonorrhea, and inflammatory skin conditions affecting the genital area. Repeated instrumentation of the urethra during medical procedures also increases the risk of scarring.

Symptoms of Urethral Stricture

Weak or slow urinary stream, difficulty starting urination, straining to urinate, incomplete bladder emptying, frequent urination, urinary tract infections, spraying of the urine stream, in severe cases, complete inability to urinate

Treatment & Types of Urethral Stricture in Sansad Marg, Delhi

Mild strictures may be treated with dilation, using instruments to gradually widen the narrowed segment, though this often provides only temporary relief. Urethrotomy, a minimally invasive procedure to cut the stricture internally, is commonly used, while more extensive or recurrent strictures often require urethroplasty, a reconstructive surgery to remove the scarred segment and rebuild the urethra, which offers the most durable long-term results.

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