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Urethroplasty

medical tourism Urethroplasty

Urethroplasty, a surgical procedure to repair and reconstruct the urethra in cases of urethral strictures, trauma, or congenital conditions, has gained significant attention through medical tourism. Patients seeking high-quality yet affordable care are increasingly traveling to renowned medical destinations such as India, Turkey, Thailand, and Mexico. These countries offer advanced urological facilities, experienced surgeons, and cutting-edge technology to perform urethroplasty with excellent outcomes at a fraction of the cost compared to Western nations.

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Urological surgery Urethroplasty

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Urethroplasty

Urethroplasty is a reconstructive surgical procedure that repairs damaged or narrowed sections of the urethra (urethral stricture). It is considered the gold-standard treatment for long-term relief of urinary obstruction caused by:
Trauma or injury
Infections (e.g., STDs)
Previous catheterization/surgery
Congenital abnormalities

Types of Urethroplasty

TypeBest ForSuccess RateRecovery
AnastomoticShort strictures (<2cm)90-95%2-4 weeks
Graft (Buccal Mucosa)Long strictures85-90%4-6 weeks
Flap ReconstructionComplex cases80-85%6-8 weeks
Staged (Johanson)Severe scarring75-80%3-6 months

Surgical Procedure Overview

  1. General or spinal anesthesia
  2. Stricture identification (imaging/cystoscopy)
  3. Damaged tissue removal & reconstruction
  4. Graft harvesting (if needed, usually from cheek)
  5. Catheter placement (2-4 weeks)
  6. Duration: 2-4 hours

Recovery & Aftercare

  • Hospital stay: 1-3 days
  • Catheter use: 2-4 weeks
  • Return to work: 2-6 weeks (depends on job type)
  • Full recovery: 6-12 weeks
  • Follow-up: Uroflowmetry at 3/6/12 months

Success Rates & Risks

  • 85-95% long-term success (vs 50% for dilation)
  • Potential complications:
    • Re-stricture (5-15%)
    • Fistula formation (<5%)
    • Graft site discomfort (cheek numbness)