(N35.8) Other urethral stricture

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2 238 959 in individuals diagnosis other urethral stricture confirmed
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2 352 deaths with diagnosis other urethral stricture

Diagnosis other urethral stricture is diagnosed Men are 73.28% more likely than Women

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Men receive the diagnosis other urethral stricture

2 352 (0.1 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis other urethral stricture

0 (less than 0.1%)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease other urethral stricture - Men aged 70-74 and Women aged 55-59

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
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in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess common in women the disease occurs at Age 90-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89

Disease Features other urethral stricture

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Other urethral stricture - what does this mean

Urethral stricture is a narrowing of the urethra caused by scar tissue, resulting in a blockage of the flow of urine. it can occur due to inflammation or injury to the urethra, or be congenital. other causes of urethral stricture can include infection, radiation, trauma, and pelvic surgery.

What happens during the disease - other urethral stricture

Other urethral stricture is a condition in which a narrowing of the urethra occurs due to scarring or inflammation of the lining of the urethral wall. this narrowing can cause difficulty in passing urine, infection, and even blockage of the urethra. in some cases, the cause of the narrowing is unknown; however, it can be caused by trauma, infection, radiation, or prior surgery. if left untreated, the narrowing can worsen, leading to further symptoms and complications.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination
  • Urine sample analysis
  • Urethral swab test
  • Urethral endoscopy
  • Retrograde urethrogram
  • Ultrasound imaging
  • MRI scan
  • Cystoscopy
  • Urodynamic testing

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: To treat the other urethral stricture.
  • Performing a urethral dilation with a balloon catheter
  • Performing a urethrotomy with a resectoscope
  • Using an endoscope to directly visualize the stricture and remove it
  • Performing a urethroplasty to reconstruct the urethra
  • Placing a urethral stent to keep the urethra open
  • Using a laser to remove the stricture
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7 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Other urethral stricture - Prevention

Urethral stricture prevention involves avoiding activities that can cause trauma to the urethra, such as straddle injuries, and avoiding the use of catheters and other instruments that can cause trauma. additionally, individuals should seek prompt medical attention for any genitourinary symptoms that may be associated with a urethral stricture.