What is Bulbar Urethral Stricture?

Below is a brief introduction to bulbar urethral stricture. Please always consult a doctor for an examination if you experience symptoms of or suspect bulbar urethral stricture.

How Bulbar Urethral Stricture Affects Urine Flow

Bulbar (meaning “bulb shaped”) urethral stricture is an obstruction of urine flow through the urethra, which impedes the body’s ability to pass urine. Bulbar urethral stricture can occur in varying severity from light strictures with limited symptoms and some continued flow of urine, to complete and acute obstructions with severe symptoms and no urine passage. Symptoms or suspicions of bulbar urethral stricture should always be consulted with a doctor.

Learn about the urethra

Illustration of urethra with Memokath stent restoring urine flow

Bulbar Urethral Stricture in the Urinary System

The kidneys produce urine, which is stored in the urinary bladder until it is emptied through the urethra during urination. The urethra is the tube that carries urine out of the body. In men, the urethra consists of several sections, including the bulbar urethra, which is located in the deeper part of the urinary tract, closer to the bladder.

Bulbar urethral stricture is a condition in which the bulbar section of the urethra becomes narrowed, restricting the normal flow of urine. This narrowing can interfere with normal bladder emptying and may lead to urinary symptoms that require medical intervention to avoid patient complications.

Symptoms of Bulbar Urethral Stricture

Difficulty starting urination
Weak or interrupted urine stream
Straining to pass urine
A feeling of incomplete bladder emptying
Increased need to urinate

Memokath™ solution

Memokath™ is a long-term solution for men who are not able nor wish to go through often repeated procedures or major surgery.

Memokath™ is a supportive spiral tube made of nickel-titanium ”Ni-Ti” which is inserted in the urethra to re-create passage of the urine.

Memokath™ is inserted under local anaesthesia and the stent is carefully inserted through the penis and placed with a cystoscope. The insertion usually takes about 30-40 minutes. After the insertion it is advised to drink plenty of water to minimize the risk of cystitis. Most patients can leave the hospital the same day and return to their daily routines.

Memokath™ is designed as a long-term solution and it can be left in place for several years

Memokath™ does not activate security alarms. Since it is CT- and MRI compatible getting a scan is no problem. It does not cause nickel allergy as there is no nickel on the stent surface.