Prostatectomy for Localized Prostate Cancer

Dr. Samuel Washington presents an in-depth overview of prostatectomy, a surgical option for treating prostate cancer confined to the prostate gland. He explains how robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery allows for precise removal of the prostate and seminal vesicles while minimizing recovery time and hospital stay. Washington discusses the importance of imaging, biopsy results, and patient risk levels in guiding decisions about lymph node removal and nerve-sparing techniques. He emphasizes realistic expectations around recovery, including urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction, and outlines strategies for managing these outcomes, such as rehabilitation programs and medication. He also addresses the anatomical changes caused by surgery and the impact on fertility and sexual function. Emerging technologies aim to further improve surgical precision and cancer removal. Series: "Prostate Cancer Patient Conference" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40802]