Stricture

A stricture is a narrowing of any tubular structure in the human body, such as the esophagus, intestines, ureter or urethra. The occurrence of a stricture may be associated with inflammation, muscle spasm, tumor growth within the affected part, or compression by neighboring organs.

For example, urethral stricture is a fibrous narrowing of the urethra due to injury or inflammation. The patient has difficulty urinating, and urinary retention may develop. The location and extent of the stricture is determined using urethrography and urethroscopy. During the treatment of stricture, the urethra is periodically dilated using various probes, urethrotomy or urethroplasty is performed.

Dilatation of strictures of the digestive tract is carried out using a special balloon or by performing stricturoplasty.

A stricture is a narrowing or stenosis of a tubular structure in the human body. It can occur due to various reasons, such as inflammation, muscle spasm, tumor growth or compression of neighboring organs. A stricture can impair the function of the affected organ and cause a variety of symptoms, including difficulty urinating, urinary retention, and other urinary problems.

Various methods are used to diagnose stricture, such as urethrography and urethroscopy. These methods make it possible to determine the location and extent of the narrowing, as well as identify possible causes of its occurrence. Treatment for stricture depends on its type and cause. In some cases, surgery may be required, such as stricturoplasty or widening of the stricture using special instruments.

It is important to note that stricture can be caused by various factors such as injury, infection, cancer and other diseases. Therefore, before starting treatment, it is necessary to conduct a full examination and establish the cause of the narrowing.

Strictures are persistent contractions of tissue that can occur in different parts of the body. They can affect blood vessels, muscles, bones and other structures. In this article we will look at esophageal stricture, which is not often mentioned when talking about tissue contractions. Although this condition appears to be rare, affecting about 0.2% of people, only 20% of patients may require surgery to correct it.

An esophageal stricture is a narrowing of the esophagus at the junction with the stomach. Occurs as a result of many reasons, such as injuries (both hidden and open), irritation, chemical burns, medications, infections, etc. Symptoms of esophageal stricture can manifest in a variety of ways, depending on the location and degree of stenosis. Some of the most common symptoms include discomfort when swallowing, a rough sensation in the throat, difficulty swallowing, weight loss, anemia, and blood on the surface of the vomit.

Detection of a stricture requires a series of medical tests, called a gastroenterological examination. This may include X-rays of the airway, contrast examinations of the esophagus, endoscopy of the esophagus, and other procedures. If a diagnosis of stricture is established, a set of therapeutic measures is prescribed to eliminate the problem. Treatment of stricture mainly involves conservative measures and surgery if it does not respond to treatment. To relax the muscles of the esophagus, it is necessary to take appropriate medications, massage and physiotherapy. Surgery may include stenting or cutting into the esophagus to replace damaged tissue with new tissue. These surgeries may require extended hospitalization and recovery time. Overall, strictures are a serious medical problem and require a comprehensive physician-patient relationship to resolve them. If characteristic symptoms appear, it is imperative to seek the help of a qualified doctor in order to conduct a correct diagnostic search and develop an effective treatment plan.