Endoscopic Surgery for Stricture Urethra (VIU/OIU)

Endoscopic surgery for stricture urethra is a minimally invasive procedure that involves making a cut with a cold knife or a laser to increase the luminal size of a narrow segment in the urethra under vision with the help of a cystoscope.

VIU (Visual Internal Urethrotomy) / OIU (Optical Internal Urethrotomy) are typically performed under appropriate anesthesia, and patients may be able to go home the same day as the procedure. However, strictures can recur after endoscopic surgery, so a proper follow-up care is essential.

Endoscopic surgery for stricture urethra is generally considered a safe and effective treatment option, but it may not be appropriate for all patients. Patients with more severe strictures or long segment strictures or recurrent strictures may require a different type of surgery i.e Urethroplasty.

It is important for patients to discuss all of their treatment options with a urologist and to carefully consider the risks and benefits of each option before making a decision.