Ruptured Urethra – Expert Diagnosis and Surgical Management by Dr. Premkumar K

A Ruptured Urethra is a serious urological injury where the urethra (the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside) gets torn or disrupted. This condition usually occurs due to pelvic trauma, accidents, or catheter-related injury and requires immediate medical attention. Dr. Premkumar K, a leading Urologist and Reconstructive Surgeon, specializes in the prompt diagnosis and advanced surgical management of urethral rupture to restore normal urinary function.

• Common Causes – pelvic fractures, direct perineal trauma, catheterization injury, or severe straddle injury leading to urethral disruption.

• Symptoms – inability to pass urine, blood at the tip of the urethra, perineal swelling, and pain in the lower pelvis or genital area.

• Emergency Management – placement of a suprapubic catheter (SPC) to divert urine and prevent bladder damage until surgical repair is planned.

• Definitive Treatment – delayed or primary urethroplasty (surgical reconstruction of the urethra) to reconnect the torn ends and restore urine flow.

• Advanced Surgical Techniques – end-to-end anastomosis, grafting, or flap reconstruction using minimally invasive or open procedures depending on the extent of injury.

• Post-Operative Care – includes catheter care, infection prevention, follow-up uroflowmetry, and imaging to ensure proper healing and urinary control.

Early recognition and appropriate surgical management are critical to prevent complications such as urethral stricture, urinary incontinence, or sexual dysfunction. Dr. Premkumar K’s expertise in urethral reconstruction ensures excellent outcomes and long-term restoration of normal urination.

If you or a loved one has suffered pelvic trauma or experiences urinary difficulty following an accident, seek immediate medical help. Dr. Premkumar K provides advanced evaluation and reconstructive urethral surgery to ensure safe recovery and functional restoration.