Optical Internal Urethrotomy Long Treatment in Turkey
About Optical Internal Urethrotomy Long
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive procedure with no external incisions.Performed under spinal or general anesthesia for patient comfort.Utilizes direct optical visualization for precise and controlled cutting.Primarily a day-care or short-stay procedure, reducing hospitalization time.Effective for treating long-segment urethral strictures.Quicker recovery and return to normal activities compared to open urethroplasty.liImmediate improvement in urinary flow for most patients./li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Long urethral strictures (typically >2 cm) causing significant obstruction.
- Recurrent strictures that have not responded adequately to shorter OIU or dilation.
- Strictures located in the bulbar or penile urethra.
- Patients experiencing symptoms like poor urinary stream, straining, incomplete emptying, or urinary retention.
- Recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) due to poor bladder drainage.
- As a diagnostic and therapeutic procedure when the exact stricture length and characteristics need assessment.
How to prepare
- Complete pre-anesthetic check-up including blood tests, ECG, and chest X-ray as advised.
- Informed consent detailing the procedure, benefits, and potential risks.
- Discontinuation of blood-thinning medications (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) as per surgeon's instructions.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before the procedure if general anesthesia is planned.
- Treatment of any active urinary tract infection with antibiotics prior to surgery.
- A discussion about post-procedure catheterization and its expected duration.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding from the incision site in the urethra (hematuria).
- Infection, including urinary tract infection (UTI) or, rarely, epididymitis.
- Perforation of the urethra or false passage creation.
- Recurrence of the stricture, which is a common long-term risk.
- Scarring at the incision site leading to re-stricture.
- Pain or discomfort during urination in the initial recovery period.
- Rare risks include injury to surrounding structures or urinary incontinence.
Recovery & hospital stay
- A urinary catheter is typically left in place for 3-7 days to allow the urethra to heal.
- Drink plenty of water (2-3 liters daily) to flush the urinary system.
- Antibiotics and pain medications will be prescribed to prevent infection and manage discomfort.
- Avoid strenuous activities, heavy lifting, and cycling for 2-3 weeks.
- Expect some blood in the urine (hematuria) for the first few days.
- Follow-up visits are crucial to monitor healing and assess urine flow.
- Report any signs of fever, severe pain, inability to urinate after catheter removal, or heavy bleeding immediately.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-2 days
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Expected recovery time:
2-3 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering optical internal urethrotomy long in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for optical internal urethrotomy long in Turkey include Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Ankara, 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 optical internal urethrotomy long. 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 optical internal urethrotomy long compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Optical Internal Urethrotomy Long in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated urology teams and experience managing patients undergoing optical internal urethrotomy long.
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