Urethral Bulking (Bulkamid) in London — Stress Incontinence
Consultant-led · day surgery · Harley Street, London
Urethral bulking with Bulkamid treats stress urinary incontinence — leaking when you cough, laugh or exercise — without major surgery. A consultant injects a soft gel into the urethra wall to restore the seal. At Minor Surgery UK it's a day case in London from £3,150, taking around 20 minutes. Most women go home the same day.
What urethral bulking involves
A consultant passes a fine telescope (cystoscope) into the urethra and injects Bulkamid gel at several points to gently narrow and support it, restoring the seal that prevents leakage. There is no cut and no stitches.
Who it suits
Urethral bulking suits women with stress incontinence who want to avoid major surgery such as a sling, or who aren't suitable for it. Your consultant assesses your symptoms first to confirm it's the right option.
Recovery
Most women return to normal activities within a day or two. You may notice some stinging when passing urine briefly. The effect is often immediate and, if successful, typically lasts several years; the injection can be repeated.
Cost
Urethral bulking starts from £3,150 all-inclusive (medical procedure — VAT-exempt). [Indicative UK private guide — confirm before publishing.]
Why choose Minor Surgery UK
A consultant urogynaecologist, a minimally invasive option that avoids major surgery, in a CQC-registered London clinic with transparent pricing.
Frequently asked questions
What is urethral bulking?
Urethral bulking is a minimally invasive treatment for stress incontinence in which a soft gel (Bulkamid) is injected into the wall of the urethra to restore its seal and stop leakage — with no cut or stitches.
How much does Bulkamid cost privately?
At Minor Surgery UK, urethral bulking starts from £3,150 all-inclusive, confirmed at consultation.
How long does urethral bulking last?
When successful, the effect often lasts several years. The injection can be safely repeated if symptoms return over time.
Is urethral bulking better than a sling?
Bulking is less invasive than sling surgery, with a quicker recovery, though slings can give a more durable result. Your consultant will discuss which suits your symptoms and preferences.
How long is recovery?
Most women return to normal activities within a day or two, with only brief stinging when passing urine afterwards.
What anaesthetic is used?
Urethral bulking is done under local anaesthetic or a short general anaesthetic, as a day case.