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Intermittent self-dilatation

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Intermittent self-dilatation (ISD) may be used following urethrotomy in an attempt to reduce stricture recurrence.

Lofric catheters - semi-stiff catheters with a hydrophilic coating that produce self-lubrication in the presence of water - are passed to keep the stricture patent. Initially, self-dilatation is performed twice weekly with review according to progress.

ISD is well tolerated. The main drawback is it's potential to create false passages.

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