Prostatectomy
Prostatectomy is a surgical procedure that removes all or part of the prostate gland. It is primarily used to treat prostate cancer and, less often, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) when obstruction or symptoms persist despite medical therapy. The operation may be radical or simple.
Radical prostatectomy removes the entire gland and nearby tissues and is usually performed for cancer. Simple
Procedure overview: After anesthesia, the surgeon accesses the prostate through an abdominal or perineal approach. The
Recovery and outcomes: Hospital stays vary; many patients go home within a few days after minimally invasive
Risks and alternatives: Risks include bleeding, infection, clot formation, injury to nearby structures, incontinence, and erectile