What is Prostate Cancer Surgery?

Radical prostatectomy to remove the prostate gland and surrounding tissue for prostate cancer

What type of anesthesia is used?

Prostate Cancer Surgery is typically performed under General anesthesia. Your anaesthetist will review your health history, medications, and allergies before the procedure to ensure safety.

What is the recovery time?

Most patients recover within 4-8 weeks, though this varies by individual health, age, and compliance with physiotherapy. Light activities can usually resume within a few weeks; full recovery takes longer.

What are the risks of Prostate Cancer Surgery?

As with any surgical procedure, risks include bleeding, infection, anaesthesia reactions, and rare complications such as injury to adjacent structures. Your surgeon will discuss your personal risk profile during the consent process.

What is the success rate of Prostate Cancer Surgery?

Prostate Cancer Surgery has a documented success rate of 85% when performed by qualified surgeons at accredited hospitals. Outcomes depend on the patient's overall health, disease severity, and adherence to post-operative care.

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Q: Who needs Prostate Cancer Surgery?

Prostate Cancer Surgery is recommended when non-surgical treatments have failed, when the condition significantly affects quality of life, or when imaging confirms the need for intervention. Your Uro-Oncology surgeon will assess your suitability after a detailed consultation.

Uro-Oncology · Oncology

2-4 hours

Duration

2-5 days

Hospital Stay

4-8 weeks

Recovery

₹1,50,000+

Cost

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⚠️Risks & Considerations of Prostate Cancer Surgery

1Bleeding, infection, or adverse reaction to general anesthesia
2Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism (uncommon with prophylaxis)
3Injury to adjacent nerves, blood vessels, or surrounding structures
4Incomplete resolution of symptoms requiring additional procedures
5Slow or complicated wound healing in patients with diabetes or poor nutrition

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