Hi Patricia, I too have a stricture that was causing incomplete emptying and leakage. I had two balloon dilations under sedation done by my GI doctor. They couldn't get beyond 10 mm with that procedure. I've most recently had a dilation with a Hegar dilators, done by my surgeon. He got to 16 mm, which is a normal range. I also use these dilators at home. This procedure has helped me greatly to get much better function of my pouch. CT is right about the things that could go wrong. Talk with your surgeon about all that and get the answer to the questions that you need. One thing is certain, you can't go on as you are. Mine certainly turned out well. Good luck to you. Let us know how it goes.