URETHROSTOMY (or internal urethrostomy) is an Endoscopic procedure that is performed under general anesthesia.
A thin tube with a camera (Endoscope) is inserted into the urethra to visualize the stricture (as describe in earlier section).
A tiny knife is then passed through the Endoscope to cut the stricture lengthwise and open the flow of urine.
A Foley urinary catheter is then inserted and kept in place for a few days while the urethral incision is healing.
The success rate of this procedure is about 25%, and again, shorter strictures generally have a better response to this procedure.
Risks
Your surgeon will recommend the procedure that would be the best option for you. As with any medical procedures, there is some degree of risks and complications associated with any of these operations.