Urethral sounding is an unconventional medical practice where a thin, solid probe is inserted into the urethra to reach the bladder for various purposes such as removing calcifications or checking for abnormalities. This procedure carries risks including trauma, infection, and damage to the urethra or surrounding structures.
Urethral sounding is an unconventional medical practice where a thin, solid probe is inserted into the urethra to reach the bladder for various purposes such as removing calcifications or checking for abnormalities. This procedure carries risks including trauma, infection, and damage to the urethra or surrounding structures.
Urethral sounding is an alternative medical treatment used in the Philippines to expand and tone the urethra, claimed to improve urinary function. A metal rod is inserted into the urethra with guided ultrasound, creating vibrations to stimulate tissue growth.
Practitioners may be unlicensed, increasing risks for infection or injury. No scientific evidence supports its effectiveness.