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(N35.1) Postinfective urethral stricture, not elsewhere classified
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2 238 959 in individuals diagnosis postinfective urethral stricture, not elsewhere classified confirmed
2 352 deaths with diagnosis postinfective urethral stricture, not elsewhere classified
Diagnosis postinfective urethral stricture, not elsewhere classified is diagnosed Men are 73.28% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis postinfective urethral stricture, not elsewhere classified
2 352 (0.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis postinfective urethral stricture, not elsewhere classified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease postinfective urethral stricture, not elsewhere classified - Men aged 70-74 and Women aged 55-59
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess common in women the disease occurs at Age 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Disease Features postinfective urethral stricture, not elsewhere classified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Postinfective urethral stricture, not elsewhere classified - what does this mean
Postinfective urethral stricture, not elsewhere classified, occurs when the urethra becomes narrowed due to inflammation, scarring, or other damage caused by infection. this can occur from a variety of infections, including sexually transmitted diseases, urinary tract infections, and prostatitis.
What happens during the disease - postinfective urethral stricture, not elsewhere classified
Postinfective urethral stricture is caused by an infection of the urinary tract, such as a urinary tract infection (uti). the infection causes inflammation and swelling of the urethra, which can lead to narrowing of the urethra and the formation of scar tissue. this scar tissue can cause the urethra to become too narrow, resulting in a urethral stricture.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the urethra
- Urinalysis
- Urethral swab culture
- Retrograde urethrogram
- Cystoscopy
- Uroflowmetry
- Intravenous pyelogram
- Magnetic resonance imaging
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the narrowing of the urethra.
- Performing a dilatation procedure to widen the urethra.
- Undergoing a urethrotomy, which involves making an incision in the urethra to widen it.
- Taking medications such as antibiotics to reduce inflammation and prevent infection.
- Using a catheter to help drain urine from the bladder.
- Undergoing a urethroplasty, which involves reconstructing the urethra with tissue from another part of the body.
- Using a stent to help keep the urethra open.
7 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Postinfective urethral stricture, not elsewhere classified - Prevention
Postinfective urethral stricture can be prevented by practicing good hygiene, avoiding unprotected sexual contact, and seeking prompt medical attention for any urethral infections. in addition, men should practice safe sex, and avoid activities that may cause trauma to the urethra, such as rough sex or inserting objects into the urethra.