Common questions / 11/04/2021

How long does it take to recover from laparoscopic prostate surgery?

You will probably be able to go back to work or your usual activities 3 to 5 weeks after surgery. But it can take longer to fully recover. You will need to see your doctor regularly.

Can a keyhole surgery be used to remove prostate cancer?

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has guidelines for keyhole surgery. These state that surgeons can use it to remove cancer of the prostate but they must: Researchers are looking into whether keyhole surgery is as good as open surgery. Annals of Oncology, 2015. Volume 26, Pages 569-577 British Journal of Cancer, 2018.

What kind of surgery is needed to remove prostate cancer?

The surgeon controls the arms of the machine to remove the cancer. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has guidelines for keyhole surgery. These state that surgeons can use it to remove cancer of the prostate but they must: Researchers are looking into whether keyhole surgery is as good as open surgery.

Can a keyhole surgery be done in the UK?

Men have reported less ED [Erectile Dysfunction] with this procedure, and Incontinence is reduced to just a matter of weeks. There are not many Hospitals in the UK which perform this surgery, but you are free to choose which Hospital you attend for treatment nowadays.

Do you have to remove the prostate gland?

Your surgeon cuts the prostate tissue away from the nerve bundles without damaging them. If your cancer is growing close to the nerves, they’ll have to remove them. This is because your cancer won’t be cured if the surgeon leaves cancer behind whilst trying to spare the nerves.

What’s the name of the surgery to remove the prostate?

Surgery to remove the prostate is called a radical prostatectomy. Before the operation, the surgeon (urologist) will explain what will happen and tell you about the possible side effects. They may also tell you about other treatments that may help in your situation, such as radiotherapy. The aim of the surgery is to remove all of the cancer cells.

Can a prostatectomy be done in the NHS?

This leaflet is about when and how removal of the prostate gland (prostatectomy) using keyhole surgery can be used in the NHS to treat people with benign prostatic obstruction. It explains guidance (advice) from NICE (the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence). Interventional procedures guidance makes recommendations on the safety

Is it necessary to have a radical prostatectomy?

The aim of a radical prostatectomy operation is to cure prostate cancer. It is major surgery with some possible side effects. If you’re an older man with a slow growing prostate cancer, this type of surgery may not be necessary for you.