Intermediate
Technical
In the Industry Vocabulary Test
urethroplasty
Pronunciation: yu-ree-thro-plas-tee
Surgical reconstruction or repair of the urethra using various tissue grafts or flaps.
Full Definition
Urethroplasty encompasses various surgical techniques for reconstructing or repairing the urethra, commonly performed in pediatric urology for complex hypospadias, urethral strictures, or traumatic injuries. Techniques may involve primary repair, tissue grafts (buccal mucosa, preputial skin), or flaps (penile skin, bladder mucosa). The choice of technique depends on the location and extent of the urethral defect, patient age, and previous surgical history.
Usage
Usage note: Distinct from simple urethral repair; implies reconstruction using grafts or flaps.
In Context
- "A staged urethroplasty was planned due to the complexity of the urethral defect." — treatment plan
- "Buccal mucosa urethroplasty achieved excellent functional outcomes at six-month follow-up." — outcomes report
Also known as
urethral reconstruction
urethral repair
Don't confuse with
urethrectomy
urethrotomy