Retropubic Prostetectomy Treatment in Turkey
About Retropubic Prostetectomy
Key Highlights
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Curative treatment for localized prostate cancer with high long-term success rates.Allows for precise removal of the prostate and seminal vesicles with clear surgical margins.Enables concurrent pelvic lymph node dissection to accurately stage the cancer.Offers the potential for nerve-sparing techniques to help preserve erectile function.Considered a gold-standard surgical approach, particularly for larger prostate glands.Provides definitive tissue for detailed pathological analysis./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Localized prostate cancer (confined to the prostate gland).
- High-risk prostate cancer where radical treatment is recommended.
- Patients with a long life expectancy for whom cure is the goal.
- Cases where the prostate is too large for certain minimally invasive approaches.
- When pelvic lymph node dissection is deemed necessary for staging.
- Recurrent prostate cancer after failed radiation therapy (salvage prostatectomy).
How to prepare
- Complete pre-operative medical evaluation, including blood tests, ECG, and chest X-ray.
- Discussion of anesthesia risks and plan with the anesthesiologist.
- Possible bowel preparation (enema) to empty the rectum.
- Discontinuation of blood-thinning medications (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) as advised by the doctor.
- Fasting (no food or drink) for 8-12 hours before the surgery.
- Arranging for help at home and taking necessary time off work for recovery.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding during or after surgery, potentially requiring a blood transfusion.
- Infection at the incision site or in the urinary tract.
- Urinary incontinence (leakage of urine), which often improves with time and pelvic floor exercises.
- Erectile dysfunction (impotence), even with nerve-sparing techniques.
- Injury to nearby structures like the rectum, requiring further repair.
- Blood clots in the legs (deep vein thrombosis) or lungs (pulmonary embolism).
- Stricture (narrowing) of the bladder neck or urethra, affecting urine flow.
- Anesthesia-related risks.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay typically lasts 2-4 days for monitoring and pain management.
- A urinary catheter remains in place for 1-2 weeks to allow the bladder connection to heal.
- Incision care is crucial; keep the area clean and dry, watching for signs of infection.
- Pain is managed with prescribed medications; avoid strenuous activity and heavy lifting for 6-8 weeks.
- Begin pelvic floor (Kegel) exercises as soon as advised to regain urinary control.
- Follow-up appointments are essential to remove the catheter, monitor recovery, and discuss pathology results.
- Full recovery and return to all normal activities may take 2-3 months.
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Typical hospital stay:
2-4 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-8 weeks for basic activities, up to 3 months for full recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering retropubic prostetectomy in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for retropubic prostetectomy in Turkey include Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Ankara, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform retropubic prostetectomy. MediFyr helps you compare urologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for retropubic prostetectomy compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Retropubic Prostetectomy in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated urology teams and experience managing patients undergoing retropubic prostetectomy.
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