Urethral strictures post-hypospadias repair in adults.

Background: Urethral strictures post-hypospadias repair in adults is one of the most complex subjects in urethral reconstruction. Our goal is to provide an overview of the challenges encountered and the current treatment options.

Methods: A comprehensive literature review was conducted using PubMed for the period from 2020 to 2023.

Urethral strictures - General aspects: Definition, anatomy of the urethra and its clinical application in stenosis, epidemiology, etiology, and principles of urethral reconstruction.

Background: Urethral strictures are a common and persistent pathology in urology with significant clinical repercussions. Our aim is to provide an overview of the general aspects of this condition.

Methods: A comprehensive review of the literature from PubMed was conducted covering the period from 2020 to 2023.

Diagnosis and evaluation of anterior and posterior urethral stenosis in men: Clinical and radiological aspects.

Background: The diagnosis of urethral strictures logically includes a precise assessment of urinary symptoms, but must also take into account the impact on sexuality. What role will new imaging play in 2024?

Methods: A literature review from December 2020 to December 2023 was carried out, combined with a synthesis of the recommendations of the American, Canadian, European and French urology associations. References from these recommendations were also used.

Female urethral stricture.

Objective: The aim of the present report was to provide an up-to-date overview of the existing literature on female urethral stricture (FUS) including its definition, epidemiology, risk factors, diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.

Methods: A literature search was conducted in January 2024 using the MedLine and Embase databases, screening for randomized controlled trials (RCTs), prospective and retrospective series and reviews on female urethral stricture.

Results: Urethral stricture is a rare occurrence in female patients.

Evaluation and follow-up for urethral strictures treatment.

This article aims to summarize the current knowledge on the evaluation and follow-up of urethral stricture (US) treatments through a comprehensive literature review and to propose a detailed follow-up protocol post-treatment. There is no consensus on how to assess US treatments. It must address both anatomical factors (evaluated by the urologist) and functional factors (evaluated by the patient).