Ureteric Meatotomy Treatment in India
About Ureteric Meatotomy
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive procedure with no external incisions.Effectively restores normal urine flow from the kidney to the bladder.Performed endoscopically, leading to less post-operative pain and scarring.Typically a short procedure with a relatively quick recovery time.Helps prevent recurrent urinary tract infections and potential kidney damage.
Who is this surgery for?
- Ureteral meatal stenosis (narrowing of the ureter's opening into the bladder).
- Recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) due to poor drainage.
- Flank or abdominal pain caused by urinary obstruction.
- Hydronephrosis (swelling of a kidney due to urine backup).
- Kidney stones that are difficult to pass due to a narrow orifice.
- Persistent symptoms despite conservative management.
How to prepare
- Complete a pre-operative medical evaluation and review of medical history.
- Undergo necessary diagnostic tests, such as a urine test, ultrasound, or CT scan.
- Discuss all current medications with the urologist; some (like blood thinners) may need to be paused.
- Fast for 6-8 hours before the procedure if general anesthesia is planned.
- Arrange for transportation home post-procedure, as you will not be able to drive.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding from the incision site.
- Infection, including urinary tract infection.
- Scar tissue formation leading to re-narrowing (restenosis).
- Injury to surrounding structures like the bladder or ureter.
- Rarely, vesicoureteral reflux (backflow of urine from bladder to kidney).
- Reactions to anesthesia.
Recovery & hospital stay
- You may experience burning during urination or blood in the urine for a few days.
- Drink plenty of water to flush the urinary system and reduce discomfort.
- A short course of antibiotics and pain medication may be prescribed.
- Avoid strenuous activities, heavy lifting, and driving for at least 3-5 days.
- Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments to monitor healing and urine flow.
- Contact your doctor immediately if you experience severe pain, fever, or inability to urinate.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering ureteric meatotomy in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for ureteric meatotomy in India include Medanta The Medicity, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Miot Hospital Chennai, Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform ureteric meatotomy. MediFyr helps you compare urologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for ureteric meatotomy compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Ureteric Meatotomy in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated urology teams and experience managing patients undergoing ureteric meatotomy.
Kolkata, India
72 Doctors
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Urologists for Ureteric Meatotomy
Explore experienced urologists who regularly perform ureteric meatotomy and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 10 Years Experience
- Urologist
Manipal Hospital Salt Lake