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Obstructive Uropathy

Obstructive Uropathy - Glossary


Glossary

Posterior urethral valve: An obstructing membrane in the posterior male urethra as a result of abnormal in utero development.

Stenting: A procedure in which a stent (a metal or plastic tube) is inserted into the lumen of a vessel or duct in the body to keep the passageway open.

Urethral meatal stenosis/urethral stricture: Constriction of the opening of the urethra at the external meatus through which urine leaves the body from the urinary bladder.
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