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Do they remove the prostate during prostate cancer surgery?
Yes, in some cases of prostate cancer surgery, the prostate gland may be removed. This procedure is called a radical prostatectomy.
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.
What is the abbreabbreviation for a transurethral resection of the prosate?
TURP is the abbreviation for a transurethral resection of the prostate. The procedure is done to remove a section of the prostate.
What exactly is a prostate surgery?
A urologist or surgeon specializing in male reproductive issues.
Insertion of a finger into the male rectum to palpate the rectum and prostate?
Inserting a finger into the rectum to palpate rectum and prostate is a procedure to check the prostate gland for enlargement or prostate cancer. Inserting the finger into the rectum to palpate to prostate is also known as prostate milking or prostate massage. This is done to remove the build up of prostatic fluid in the prostate gland, and also for pleasure as a prostate ejaculation can be more intense than a penile ejaculation.
What is the procedure to remove all or part of the prostate through the urethra called?
Malpractice.
What body cavity would surgery to remove a cancerous prostate gland be?
Abdominopelvic
Is a transurethral resection of the prostate a laparoscopic procedure to remove all or part of the prostate gland?
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is a urological procedure used to treat benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH). During the procedure tissue is removed by electrocautery or sharp dissection. Only portions of the prostate gland are removed during TURP.
Which prostatectomy procedure involves an incision into the bladder to remove the prostate en bloc?
Suprapubic
Is the whole prostate removed in surgery?
Well, honey, in a prostatectomy, the whole prostate gland is typically removed. It's like plucking a pesky weed from the garden - you want to get the whole thing out to prevent it from causing any more trouble. So, yes, when they say they're going to remove your prostate, they mean the whole shebang.
What different treatments are there to cure prostate cancer?
Well, friend, there are several treatments available for prostate cancer, such as surgery, radiation therapy, hormone therapy, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy. Each treatment has its own benefits and considerations, and the best option depends on the individual's specific situation. It's important to work closely with your healthcare team to determine the most suitable treatment plan for you, and remember, there is always hope and support along the way.
When was The Prostate created?
The Prostate was created in 1980.
