Urethral Stricture

Diagnosis of Urethral Stricture

Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and your medical history and conduct a physical exam. Your doctor may recommend a number of tests to pinpoint the cause, location and length of the urethral stricture, including:

• Urinalysis. Laboratory analysis of your urine to check for signs of infection, blood or cancer.
• Urinary flow test
• Urethral ultrasound. Used to evaluate the length of the stricture
• Pelvic ultrasound. Used to look for the presence of urine in your bladder after urination.
• Pelvic MRI. Helpful in assessing whether your pelvic bone is affecting or is affected by your condition.
• Retrograde urethrogram (X-ray)
• Cystoscopy. Used to examine your urethra and bladder.