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A urologist or surgeon specializing in male reproductive issues.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoProstate surgery is when you have surgery to remove all or just parts of the prostate gland. It is usaully done for treatment for someone who was diagnosed with prostate cancer.
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Where can I get information regarding prostate surgery?
The best authority on prostate laser surgery would be the Mayo Clinic. They have a webpage for prostate surgery at http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/prostate-laser-surgery/my00611.
What exactly is enlarged prostate surgery like for people?
There are many different procedures that you can have done. Some are not very invasive, and some can be pretty invasive. Surgery is considered as the best long term option for enlarged prostate disease. Generally, in most procedures, the enlarged section of the prostate is removed. In one surgery (open prostatectomy) a doctor makes an incision and then removes the enlarged prostate tissue.
What about prostate cancer surgerydoes zenerx work after that surgery?
Can you use Zenerx after successful prostate surgery !
What is cryo prostate surgery?
My husband has just had prostate cancer surgery. I am passing along what I learned before his surgery took place. Cryo surgery is a procedure by which the prostate is removed by freezing it. It may or may not be recommended for different stages of prostate cancer. Good luck.
What different treatments are there to cure prostate cancer?
Procedures to treat prostate cancer and chemotherapy, radiation therapy or surgery. Surgery can include removal of cancer from the prostate, or removal of prostate gland.
Where can I find helpful reviews regarding robotic prostate surgery?
The best way to find helpful reviews regarding robotic prostate surgery is by visiting the WebMD website. You can also go online and search under prostate surgery reviews.
What does the TURP acronym refer to when speaking of TURP surgery?
In terms of TURP surgery, the acronym TURP stands for transurethral resection of the prostate. This surgery is a possible treatment for an enlarge prostate gland.
Where can I learn more about robotic prostate surgery?
The Henry Ford Hospital seems to be the leader in robotic surgery. They have a very good website about robotic prostate surgery. The URL is: www.henryford.com/robotic.
A TURP would be performed for?
It is endoscopic surgery of the prostate gland - Transurethral resection of prostate carried out for enlarged prostate gland
Where can one find a good doctor for prostate laser surgery?
One can find a good doctor for prostate Laser surgery at any local Mayo clinic. One can also find a good doctor for prostate Laser surgery at the Cedars Sinai Center.
What is done in surgery for prostate cancer?
In surgery for prostate cancer, a surgeon will operate to remove the prostate, so as to remove all the cancerous cells. If the cancer has developed further, chemotherapy is done. In surgery, the prostate gland is removed to reduce all cancer in the body.
Is prostate surgery common in men?
Yes, prostate surgery is very common in men. Even though sometimes surgery is not needed (depends on your condition), you and your primary physician have to monitor your PHA level.
