Urethrotomy Cost in Chennai

The doctor will recommended this surgery when:

• The patient has trouble urinating
• The patient is diagnosed with urethral stricture by his doctor through cystoscopy or prior urethrotomy

The doctor will recommend:

• A thorough physical exam, urine test and routine tests, based on the medical history
• Stopping blood thinning medications at least 10 days before the procedure
• Fasting for 8 to 10 hours prior to the procedure

The procedure is performed under general or spinal anesthesia, and takes around 30 to 60 minutes.

During the procedure,

• The area to be operated is cleaned with an anti-infective medication.
• After the patient goes under anesthesia, a flexible cystoscope is guided to the narrow part of the urethra.
• In Holonium Laser Urethrotomy, the scarring tissue is removed using laser. This technique is used for patients with posterior urethral strictures, or in patients with bladder neck contracture after prostatic surgery.
• In Internal Urethrotomy, a special cold knife is used to cut the scarring tissue. This method is used in patients with bulbar urethral strictures.
• The catheter is attached to drainage system (leg bag) via a tube which helps drain out urine.

Generally, the patient can go home on the same of the procedure.

For a few weeks after the procedure, the doctor will recommend to:

• Take care of cathether and drainage system till it is removed.
• Avoid any strenuous physical activity like lifting heavy objects or jumping.
• Avoid sexual activity.

The catheter is removed in about a week from the surgery. Complete recovery takes about 3 to 4 weeks.

Urethrotomy may have the following complications:

• Pain when urinating
• Damage to urethra
• Recurrent stricture
• Discomfort in Penis
• Erectile dysfunction