| Literature DB >> 29189873 |
M Chaloupka1, V Beck2, A Kretschmer2, S Tritschler2, C G Stief2, F Strittmatter2.
Abstract
Urethral stricture is a narrowing of the urethra due to scar tissue. It causes obstructive voiding dysfunction and can lead to long-term damage of the entire urinary tract. The probability of therapeutic success is dampened by a high rate of recurrence. Therefore, a careful taking of the patient's history and further diagnostics are crucial for finding the appropriate form of therapy. This review highlights the clinical presentation and diagnostic workup of urethral strictures.Entities:
Keywords: Cystoscopy; Dysuria; Urinary incontinence; Urinary tract infection; Urography
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Year: 2018 PMID: 29189873 DOI: 10.1007/s00120-017-0547-5
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Urologe A ISSN: 0340-2592 Impact factor: 0.639