Devices used in Prostatectomy Surgery
There are no special technical devices used in a Prostatectomy surgery.
Prostatectomy is a surgery, which includes a number of surgical procedures to remove part of or all of the prostate gland. The prostate gland is in the lower abdomen of the male body, just below the urinary bladder. It surrounds the urethra, which carries urine from the bladder to the penis. There are various types of prostatectomy depending on the treatment.
Types of Prostatectomy treatment
Radical Prostatectomy – the entire prostate gland and surrounding lymph nodes are removed. Treatment is for men with localized prostate cancer
Open simple Prostatectomy – recommended for men who have severe urinary symptoms and large prostate glands. The enlargement of the prostate is called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This surgery does not remove the entire prostate like in radical Prostatectomy but will remove the obstructive part of the prostate blocking the flow of urine.
Prostatectomy is done to treat localized prostate cancer. It can be done alone or in conjunction with radiation, chemotherapy and hormone therapy. It can also be used to treat a blocked urethra caused by BPH. Prostatectomy for the treatment of BPH includes open simple prostatectomy. This surgery eases urinary symptoms and complications resulting from blocked urine flow caused by BPH including
Prostatectomy surgery is suitable for
• Patients who are under the age of 75
• Patients at a good health condition and healthy both mentally and physically
• Patients having a tumor which is confined to the prostate gland
• Patients with no spread of cancer to bone
• Patients are advised to stop any medication and herbal supplements a week before the surgery
• Eating and drinking is not allowed after the midnight of the day of the surgery
• Smoking and drinking alcohol is not allowed from at least 2 weeks before the surgery
Just like every surgery there is a possibility of risks occurring like
Radical Prostatectomy
Open simple Prostatectomy risks
Open simple prostatectomy works well at relieving urinary symptoms, but it has a higher risk of complications and a longer recovery time than other enlarged prostate procedures.
Incision – surgical cut made in the skin during surgery or treatment
Catheter – surgical instrument inserted into the bladder for the urine to flow better after surgery
The patients will attend a consultation with the surgeon and will be advised about the procedure and their condition. The patient will then be taken through a couple of tests that are required before the surgery. If desired, patients can spend the day to rest and attend the hospital the next day.
Prostatectomy will be performed. The surgery will be performed using general anesthesia. The surgery will take around 3 hours to perform. Once the surgery is over the patient will be taken to a private room where they will be staying in hospital for resting. The surgeon will perform a check up and if they are approved to be in a good, healthy condition and the surgery results are all successful; the patients are advised with post treatment care requirements and are ready to be discharged from hospital to their settlements.
Patients are advised to continue resting at their settlements. They must avoid heavy activities like bending and lifting. Patients are able to go on little tours around the city if they are feeling better and carry on taking their medications correctly.
Patients will attend a post surgery appointment for a final check up and consultation. The stitches will be removed and dressings will be changed. The patient will be advised on further medication. If everything is right then the patient is ready to return to their destination.
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Prostatectomy is the surgery for the removal of a part of or all of the prostate gland.
Prostatectomy can be done in 2 ways radical prostatectomy and open simple prostatectomy. Depending on the type of treatment the whole or part of the prostate gland is removed using general anesthesia.
The surgery usually takes around 3 hours to perform. Depending on the kind of surgery performed by the surgeon the duration of surgery can expand.
Patients can usually return to work after a few days but it is advised that patients return to work at least 2 weeks after the surgery.
Prostatectomy surgery is done on an outpatient basis, so the patient is sent home once the anaesthesia wears of.
The recommended stay in Turkey for Prostatectomy is 4 days including consultation before the surgery and after the surgery.
Devices used in Prostatectomy Surgery
There are no special technical devices used in a Prostatectomy surgery.
Operation | Price | Stay in hospital | Stay in Turkey |
Prostatectomy | Please fill in a form to learn about the pricing. |
The surgery is done on an outpatient basis |
3 Days |