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To explore an Ayurvedic approach to manage urethral stricture using Kshar Taila Uttarvasti.

March 30, 2026Open Access

Management of Urethral Stricture With Kshar Taila Uttarbasti - A Case Report

Key Points

To explore an Ayurvedic approach to manage urethral stricture using Kshar Taila Uttarvasti.
Case report of a patient with urethral stricture treated with Kshar Taila Uttarvasti.
Evaluation of symptoms like dysuria and urine flow pre- and post-treatment.
Consideration of underlying causes such as scar tissue and inflammation.
Significant improvement in urine flow and reduction in dysuria.
Complete resolution of urinary tract infection symptoms observed post-treatment.
No major complications reported from the procedure.

Abstract

Urethral stricture is a narrowing of the urethra due to scar tissue or inflammation. It can block or restrict urine flow. The symptoms like Weak urine stream, Dribbling or spraying of urine, Frequent urination, dysuria and Incomplete bladder emptying. Major complications caused by this disease are obstructed urine flow, urine stasis leading to urinary tract infection, calculi formation, etc. This condition can be correlated with Mutramarga Sankocha in Ayurveda. Modern medical science suggests urethral dilatation, which may cause bleeding, false passage and fistula formation in few cases. In Ayurveda, urethral stricture can be correlated with mutramarga sankoch (urethral obstruction). It's often linked to Vata and Kapha dosha imbalance. Modern medical science suggests Urethral dilatation (stretching the urethra), Urethroplasty (surgery to repair or replace the urethra) and Medications for symptoms. Uttar basti, a para-surgical procedure is the most effective available treatment in Ayurveda for the diseases of Mutravaha Strotas.

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