When medical issues are suspected, healthcare providers use several imaging and physical tests to "look at" or evaluate the urethra: Histology, Male Urethra - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
The urethra's structure is specialized for both storage (continence) and voiding (urination). urethra
: Approximately 18–22 cm long, it is divided into four main sections: pre-prostatic, prostatic (widest), membranous (narrowest), and spongy/penile (longest). Beyond carrying urine, it is a vital part of the reproductive system , transporting semen during ejaculation. When medical issues are suspected, healthcare providers use