Urethroplasty Newcastle
Urethroplasty is surgical reconstruction of the urethra and is the most durable, often curative treatment for a urethral stricture. Although it is more involved than stretching or internal cutting, for the right person it can end the cycle of repeated procedures for good.
What is urethroplasty?
Urethroplasty is an operation to reconstruct a narrowed section of the urethra rather than simply stretching or cutting it.
A urethral stricture is caused by scar tissue that narrows the urinary channel. Treatments such as dilatation or optical urethrotomy stretch or incise the scar but do not remove it. As a result, recurrence is common.
Urethroplasty addresses the problem at its source. The scarred segment is either removed or repaired. In some cases a graft of tissue, often taken from the inside of the cheek, is used to widen and reconstruct the urethra.
Because it reconstructs rather than temporarily relieves the narrowing, urethroplasty has high long-term success rates and a low risk of recurrence.
It is performed under anaesthetic and involves a recovery period and a catheter while healing takes place. For recurrent or longer strictures, this trade-off often provides the most reliable and lasting result.
Not every stricture requires reconstruction. Careful assessment determines whether urethroplasty is the right choice.
Repairing at the source
Urethroplasty repairs the urethra directly.
Reconstructs the narrowed segment
The scarred section is removed or repaired. Where needed, a tissue graft widens the channel.
Addresses the underlying cause
Rather than stretching scar tissue, the operation rebuilds the urethra at the site of narrowing.
Durable outcome
Long-term success rates are high and recurrence is far less common than with repeated endoscopic treatments.
Who urethroplasty may suit
Urethroplasty may be appropriate for men who:
- Have a stricture that keeps recurring after dilatation or urethrotomy
- Have a longer stricture less suited to minimally invasive methods
- Want a durable and often permanent solution
- Are medically fit for reconstructive surgery
Imaging and endoscopic assessment define the length and location of the stricture before surgery is recommended.
What to expect
- Assessment
Your consultant maps the stricture precisely using flow tests, urethroscopy and imaging. Suitability for reconstruction is discussed in detail. - The surgery
Under anaesthetic, the narrowed segment is reconstructed. A graft may be used depending on the type of stricture. - Recovery
A catheter remains in place for a period to allow healing. Follow-up imaging confirms successful repair before removal. Recovery time and aftercare are explained clearly before proceeding.
Why choose The Forbury Clinic for urethroplasty in Newcastle?
Most durable result
High long-term success and low recurrence compared with dilatation or urethrotomy.
Often curative
For many men, a single operation resolves the problem long term.
Ends repeated interventions
Prevents the need for ongoing dilatations or internal cuts.
Specialist reconstructive expertise
Recommended only when appropriate and performed by an experienced consultant urologist.
From repeated procedures to a definitive repair
Urethroplasty is typically considered after recurrence following less invasive treatment or where the stricture is too long for simple dilation.
Not every first or short stricture requires reconstruction. For selected men, minimally invasive options are appropriate. Where strictures recur or are complex, urethroplasty often offers the most durable solution.
The aim is to break the cycle of repeated temporary procedures and restore reliable urinary flow.
Book your urology consultation today
Consultations are available to book online for patients with or without a GP referral. Our private specialists provide world-class care in a discrete environment.
- AppointmentBook a consultation
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- Location
The Beverley Hospital, The Edge, Fifth Ave, Team Valley, Gateshead NE11 0XA
