Reconstructive Urology

Reconstructive urology treats problems that affect the urinary and genital tract. It can repair damage and help these parts of the body work better.

You may need this type of care because of scar tissue, an injury, past surgery, or radiation treatment. Treatment may improve urine flow, bladder control, or other urinary problems.
Urology San Antonio offers reconstructive urology in San Antonio and surrounding communities.

Reconstructive urology is a type of care that repairs damage to the urinary or genital tract. It may involve the urethra, ureters, bladder, or genital area.

Some problems can be treated with a minor procedure. Others may need surgery to repair or rebuild damaged tissue.

Reconstructive procedures can be used to treat many conditions, including:

• Urethral strictures
• Ureteral strictures or injuries
• Urinary tract injuries
• Complications from previous urologic surgery
• Urinary problems after prostate cancer treatment
• Urinary incontinence
• Urinary fistulas
• Genital injuries

Your treatment will depend on where the problem is located and what caused it.

Symptoms depend on the condition. You may need to see a urologist if you have:

• A weak or slow urine stream
• Trouble starting urination
• Straining to urinate
• Trouble emptying your bladder
• Frequent urinary tract infections
• Urine leakage
• Pain with urination
• Urinary problems after surgery, radiation, or an injury

These symptoms can have many causes. A urologist can determine what’s causing them and whether reconstructive treatment may help.

Your urologist will ask about your symptoms and medical history, including previous surgeries, injuries, or cancer treatments.

Depending on the problem, testing may include imaging, urine flow testing, or cystoscopy. During a cystoscopy, your urologist uses a small camera to look inside your urethra and bladder.

Testing can show where the problem is and how much of the urinary tract is affected.

Treatment depends on the type and extent of the problem.

Options may include:

• Procedures to open a narrowed urethra
• Urethroplasty to repair a urethral stricture
• Ureteral reconstruction
• Surgery to repair urinary tract injuries
• Procedures to treat urinary incontinence
• Surgery to repair fistulas or other damaged tissue

Some reconstructive procedures use nearby tissue or a graft to rebuild an area that has been damaged or narrowed. Your urologist will recommend treatment based on your condition, previous treatments, and overall health.

Urinary problems caused by scar tissue, an injury, or previous treatment can affect your comfort and daily life. Treatment can repair damaged or narrowed areas of the urinary tract and help restore function.

Urology San Antonio provides care for patients with complex urinary conditions in San Antonio and surrounding communities. Schedule an appointment today to learn more about your treatment options.

1. Is Reconstructive Urology Only for Men?

No. Reconstructive urologists treat urinary tract problems in both men and women.

2. What Is Urethroplasty?

Urethroplasty is surgery used to repair a narrowed or scarred urethra. The surgeon may remove the narrowed section and reconnect the healthy tissue or use a graft to rebuild part of the urethra.

3. Do All Reconstructive Urology Conditions Require Surgery?

No. Treatment depends on the condition and how severe it is. Your urologist will review your options and determine whether surgery is needed.

4. Can Previous Surgery Cause Urinary Tract Problems?

Yes. Scar tissue or other changes after surgery can sometimes narrow or damage part of the urinary tract. Reconstructive treatment may be an option when these changes cause urinary problems.