What Is Urethral Stricture Repair?
Urethral stricture repair is a surgical treatment used to correct the narrowing of the urethra — the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body.
A stricture can occur due to scar tissue from injury, infection, catheterization, or previous surgery.
This narrowing restricts urine flow and can lead to pain, infections, and long-term bladder damage if left untreated.
Treatment options include endoscopic procedures or open reconstructive surgery (urethroplasty) depending on the severity and length of the stricture.
Why Is Urethral Stricture Repair Needed?
Surgery is recommended for:
- Weak or slow urine flow
- Severe difficulty urinating
- Recurrent urinary tract infections
- Urinary retention
- Burning or pain during urination
- Blood in urine
- Complications from untreated strictures (e.g., bladder damage)
Repairing the stricture restores normal urine flow and prevents serious complications.
Types of Urethral Stricture Repair
At Büyük Anadolu Hospital, our urology team offers:
Endoscopic Dilation
Gradual widening of the narrowed urethra.
Internal Urethrotomy (DVIU)
Cutting the scar tissue using an endoscopic blade or laser.
Anastomotic Urethroplasty
Removal of the narrowed segment and rejoining healthy urethra.
Substitution Urethroplasty
Using a graft (often buccal mucosa from the inner cheek) for longer strictures.
Complex & Recurrent Stricture Repair
Performed by surgeons experienced in reconstructive urology.
Free Pre-Evaluation for Urethral Stricture Treatment
How Is Urethral Stricture Repair Performed?
Conducted under general or spinal anesthesia.
Duration:
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Dilation or DVIU → 20–40 minutes
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Urethroplasty → 1.5–3 hours
No external incision for endoscopic treatments.
A small perineal incision is made for urethroplasty.
A urinary catheter remains temporarily (typically 7–14 days).
Hospital stay:
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Endoscopic procedures: same day discharge
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Urethroplasty: 1–2 nights
Possible Risks & Our Preventive Measures
| Possible Risks | Our Preventive Measures |
|---|---|
| Stricture recurrence | Correct technique selection & careful follow-up |
| Infection | Antibiotics & sterile surgical environment |
| Bleeding | Meticulous surgical control & monitoring |
| Pain or swelling | Modern anesthesia & pain management plan |
| Temporary catheter discomfort | Short-term use & patient guidance |
| Urine leakage (rare) | Skilled reconstruction & supportive post-op care |
Why Choose Büyük Anadolu Hospital for Urethral Stricture Repair?
- Surgeons specialized in reconstructive urology and urethroplasty
- Advanced imaging for precise diagnosis (Uroflow, Retrograde Urethrogram)
- High success rates for both simple and complex strictures
- Minimally invasive options for shorter strictures
- Comprehensive international patient coordination
- Affordable treatment packages compared to Europe, the UK, and the US
- Full post-operative care including catheter management and follow-up testing