Urethroplasty

What is Urethroplasty?

Urethroplasty is a reconstructive surgical procedure performed to treat urethral stricture, a condition in which the urethra becomes narrowed due to scar tissue, causing difficulty in urination.

What Causes Urethral Stricture?

• Previous catheterization or instrumentation
• Trauma or pelvic injury
• Infection
• Prior prostate surgery

Symptoms

• Weak urine stream
• Straining during urination
• Frequent urinary infections
• Incomplete bladder emptying

How the Procedure is Performed

• Removal of the narrowed segment or reconstruction using tissue graft
• Buccal mucosa (inner cheek lining) may be used for grafting
• Performed under anesthesia

Benefits

• Definitive treatment for urethral stricture
• Long-term relief from obstruction
• Improved urinary flow

Recovery

• Hospital stay may be required
• Temporary catheter placement
• Follow-up imaging to confirm healing