It is a treatment that combines dilation of the stenosis using a balloon with the simultaneous administration of an antiproliferative drug that prevents recurrence of the obstruction.
Optilume is a minimally invasive option for treating urethral strictureUrethritis is a condition characterized by narrowing of the urethral canal at any point. This narrowing causes burning and stinging, among other symptoms, during urination. It is more common in men than in women.
One of the latest treatment options for stenosis is Optilume, which combines dilation of the stenosis using a balloon with the simultaneous administration of an antiproliferative drug that prevents recurrence of the obstruction.
This treatment has shown positive results in opening the stricture and preventing the formation of further scar tissue that often appears after surgery. The catheter, inserted through the urethra in a minimally invasive manner, is another option offered by our center for this condition and provides a long-lasting, minimally invasive alternative for patients.
