Direct Vision Internal Urethrotomy Side Effects and Warnings

Possible Complications

Complications are rare, but no procedure is completely free of risk. If you are planning to have a DVIU, your doctor will review a list of possible complications, which may include:

• Abscess or damage to urethra

• Recurrent stricture

• Need for more procedures

• Penis pain

• Erectile dysfunction

• Pain when urinating

• General complications, like:

• Bleeding
• Bad reaction to anesthesia (eg, light-headedness, low blood pressure, wheezing)
• Infection
• Damage or scarring of tissue
• Injury to surrounding structures
• Heart attack or stroke
• Blood clots

Factors that may increase the risk of complications include:

• Bleeding disorders or taking medicines that reduce blood clotting

• Obesity

• Smoking

Discuss these risks with your doctor before the procedure.

Call Your Doctor

After you leave the hospital, contact your doctor if any of the following occurs:

• Increasing pressure or pain

• Catheter does not drain properly

• Difficulty passing urine after catheter is taken out

• Changes in frequency or volume of urine

• Signs of infection, including fever or chills

• A lot of blood in urine (small amounts are normal)

In case of an emergency, CALL 911.