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Urinary continence following radical prostatectomy assessed by a self-administered questionnaire
E Fontaine1, V Izadifar, Y Barthélémy
1Department of Urology, Ambroise Paré Hospital, René Descartes University, Boulogne, France.
European Urology
|March 8, 2000
Summary
Radical prostatectomy results in a 14.4% urinary incontinence rate. Most patients achieve continence within six months, and factors like age or surgical details did not significantly impact outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Oncology
- Surgical Outcomes
Background:
- Radical prostatectomy is a common treatment for prostate cancer.
- Urinary incontinence is a significant concern for patients undergoing this procedure.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the incidence of urinary incontinence after radical prostatectomy.
- To identify factors influencing postoperative continence.
Main Methods:
- A questionnaire was sent to 120 men who underwent radical retropubic prostatectomy.
- Data collected included continence status, time to continence, and associated symptoms.
- Patient demographics and surgical details were also recorded.
Main Results:
- The overall urinary incontinence rate was 14.4% after a mean follow-up of 4.3 years.
- 88.8% achieved continence by 6 months postoperatively.
- Age, surgical details, and preoperative symptoms did not significantly impact continence.
Conclusions:
- Radical prostatectomy is associated with a 14.4% rate of urinary incontinence.
- This data helps set realistic patient expectations for outcomes after surgery.
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