VIU
During VIU, an endoscope is passed through the urinary passage and the scar tissue causing the narrowing is carefully opened. The choice of treatment depends on stricture location, length, severity and previous treatment.
Common Symptoms
Weak urine stream; straining to urinate; spraying or splitting of stream; recurrent urinary infection; incomplete bladder emptying.
Causes of VIU
Urethral stricture results from scar formation that narrows the urethral passage.
Risk Factors
Previous instrumentation or catheterization; infection; trauma; inflammatory conditions; previous urethral surgery.
Diagnosis
Urine tests; uroflowmetry; post-void residual urine; urethrography or urethroscopy when required.
Treatment Options
VIU; urethral dilation; urethroplasty for selected recurrent or complex strictures.
Benefits of Treatment
Endoscopic approach; short procedure in suitable cases; can improve urinary flow.
Recovery & Aftercare
A catheter may remain temporarily. Recurrence is possible, particularly with some stricture types, so follow-up is important.
Prevention
Prompt treatment of urinary infections; careful use of urethral instrumentation; follow-up after previous stricture treatment.
Possible Complications
Bleeding; infection; recurrence of stricture; urinary symptoms; rare urethral complications.
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