Radical retropubic prostatectomy
Abstract Aim: To evaluate our experience with the first cases of radical retropubic prostatectomy and to use the results for patient counseling and optimizing therapeutic decision.
Material and Methods: In the interval January - December23 patients aged years mean age The retrospective study included an analysis of the significant data in the case records, surgical protocols and outpatient postoperative check-ups, special attention being given to indications, intra- and early postoperative complications within 30 days and hospital stay. Results: Preoperatively, prostate specific antigen PSA radical retropubic prostatectomy between 4.
Clinical stage was T1 in 5 patients Mean intraoperative blood loss was ml range mland 17 patients received blood transfusions. Postoperative complications included acute renal failure and extravasation of contrast medium during retrograde cystography in 3 cases each, urinary infection in 4 patients and wound dehiscence in 1 case.
The average postoperative hospital stay was Conclusions: Radical retropubic prostatectomy is a safe technique, involving a reduced risk of complications. For most patients with localized prostate cancer, radical prostatectomy is the best treatment option.
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