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Holmium Laser Versus Cold Knife Treatment in Urethral Strictures
Sponsor: Shahida Islam Medical Complex
Summary
The goal of this study is to assess the efficacy of optical internal urethrotomy, which uses a holmium laser in comparison to a cold knife, in treating short-segment urethral strictures in our local setting. The study will help standardize treatment protocols for urethral stricture based on functional results. The local findings will encourage adoption of minimally invasive laser techniques in public hospitals, improving access to modern urologic care. The study will help in informed decision making, enabling patients to understand treatment options and their expected outcomes based on evidence.
Official title: Comparison of Holmium Laser Versus Cold Knife Treatment in Patients With Urethral Strictures
Key Details
Gender
MALE
Age Range
18 Years - 70 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2026-01-15
Completion Date
2026-03-15
Last Updated
2026-04-21
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
holmium laser
in holmium laser urethrotomy procedure, a laser fiber is passed through a cystoscope, and precise incisions are made in the stricture, usually at the 12 o'clock position, to widen the lumen
cold knife
In cold-knife urethrotomy procedure, a cystoscope is passed into the urethra, and a cold knife is utilized for incising the stricture at 12 o'clock position to widen the narrowed lumen to restore normal urine flow
Locations (1)
Kidney Centre
Bahawalpur, Punjab Province, Pakistan