Clinic review to discuss findings and further treatment plan.
Urethral stricture dilatation can be performed as a day case under general anaesthetic to ensure patient comfort and optimal conditions for a controlled dilatation.
The procedure involves the gradual insertion of progressively larger dilators into the urethra to stretch a narrowed segment (urethral stricture) and restore urinary flow. It is typically indicated for men presenting with obstructive voiding symptoms such as poor flow, straining, or incomplete bladder emptying due to a known or suspected urethral stricture.
A diagnostic flexible or rigid cystoscopy is often performed at the start of the procedure to confirm the location and extent of the stricture. General anaesthesia enables a more complete and pain-free dilation, particularly in patients with longer, tighter, or more complex strictures.
Repeat dilatation may be necessary depending on the pattern of stricture recurrence. A follow-up appointment is usually arranged three months later, including a urinary flow rate test and post-void residual bladder scan.
