title: Predicting outcome of endoscopic management of urethral strictures: guideline for improving results.
abstract: The aim of this study of 56 cases was know the results of endoscopic management of urethral strictures. This study tries to give certain guidelines for improving the final results of endoscopic management. It includes the role of duration of urethral catheter, the role of anti-inflammatory agents, and the role of regular dilatations in preventing recurrence and ensuring a permanent cure.
authors.affiliation: Smt. Bhikhiben Kanjibhai Shah Medical Institute & Research Centre, Dhiraj General Hospital, Piparia, Waghodia, Vadodara 391 760, India.
authors.forename: Jayshree P
authors.initials: JP
authors.lastname: Mehta
authors.forename: Vikky R
authors.initials: VR
authors.lastname: Ajwani
authors.forename: V K
authors.initials: VK
authors.lastname: Singh
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D004106:Dilatation; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011859:Radiography; D055502:Secondary Prevention; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014525:Urethral Stricture / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D014546:Urinary Catheterization