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[Radical prostatectomy--experience with 50 patients].

B Goldwasser1, Y Mor, O Nativ

  • 1Urology Dept., Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer.

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|December 15, 1992
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Radical prostatectomy for prostate cancer offers a low complication rate and preserves urinary continence in most patients. This surgical treatment shows superior results compared to radiotherapy for adenocarcinoma of the prostate.

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Oncology
  • Surgical Oncology

Background:

  • Adenocarcinoma of the prostate is a significant health concern in men.
  • Radical prostatectomy is a primary treatment modality for localized prostate cancer.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the outcomes of radical prostatectomy in men with adenocarcinoma of the prostate.
  • To assess complication rates, quality of life, and functional outcomes post-surgery.
  • To compare surgical outcomes with radiotherapy.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of 50 men with prostate adenocarcinoma (ages 44-74, stages A-C) underwent radical prostatectomy between 1986-1991.
  • Follow-up ranged from 1-63 months (mean 15.1) to monitor for disease recurrence and assess quality of life.

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Main Results:

  • The study reported a low rate of complications and a short, uneventful postoperative course.
  • Urinary continence was preserved in 96% of patients.
  • Erectile function (potency) was preserved in 10.2% of patients.

Conclusions:

  • Radical prostatectomy demonstrates superior outcomes compared to radiotherapy for treating adenocarcinoma of the prostate.
  • The procedure is recommended due to its favorable complication profile and functional preservation rates.