Ankylurethria is a medical term that refers to a condition characterized by the narrowing of the urethra. The word is spelled as /æŋkɪljuːrɪθrɪə/ phonetically, and it is derived from the Greek words "ankylos" meaning crooked or bent, "ouron" meaning urine, and "threskeia" meaning narrowing. Patients with this condition experience difficulty passing urine, which can be uncomfortable and painful. Treatment options include surgery, dilation, and the use of a urethral stent, depending on the severity of the condition.
Imperforation or stricture of the urethra.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.