Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

Radical transpubic prostatectomy.

E D Kursh, M I Resnick

    The Journal of Urology
    |December 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary
    This summary is machine-generated.

    The transpubic approach offers improved surgical exposure for radical prostatectomy by removing a wedge of the symphysis pubis. This technique enhances safety and preserves key functions like urinary continence and erectile potency.

    Related Concept Videos

    You might also read

    Related Articles

    Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

    Sort by
    Same author

    Single photon emission computerized tomography with capromab pendetide plus computerized tomography image set co-registration independently predicts biochemical failure.

    The Journal of urology·2008
    Same author

    Rapid onset of action with alfuzosin 10 mg once daily in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia: a randomized, placebo-controlled trial.

    Prostate cancer and prostatic diseases·2007
    Same author

    Experimental rodent models of prostatitis: limitations and potential.

    Prostate cancer and prostatic diseases·2007
    Same author

    Fibrous inflammatory pseudotumor of the bladder.

    Reviews in urology·2006
    Same author

    Therapeutic strategies for localized prostate cancer I: surgery, ultrasound, adjuvant and neoadjuvant therapy.

    Reviews in urology·2006
    Same author

    What is sexual medicine?

    International journal of impotence research·2005
    Same journal

    On the Memoryless Property in Markov Models for NMIBC Cost-Effectiveness Analysis.

    The Journal of urology·2026
    Same journal

    Multi-institutional Assessment of Performance Metrics for MRI-targeted Transperineal Prostate Biopsy.

    The Journal of urology·2026
    Same journal

    Urinary Supersaturation in a Randomized Trial among Individuals with Recurrent Nephrolithiasis comparing Empiric versus Selective Preventive Therapy: The URINE Trial.

    The Journal of urology·2026
    Same journal

    The FDA Should Allow More BCG Strains into the US Market: How Recent Landmark Trials Expose a Regulatory Paradox.

    The Journal of urology·2026
    Same journal

    Let's Shift the Focus from Death to Life after Fournier's Gangrene.

    The Journal of urology·2026
    Same journal

    Endourology and Nephrolithiasis.

    The Journal of urology·2026
    See all related articles

    Area of Science:

    • Urology
    • Surgical Oncology
    • Anatomy

    Background:

    • Radical prostatectomy is a key treatment for prostate cancer.
    • Surgical exposure can be challenging, potentially impacting outcomes.
    • The transpubic approach is an alternative surgical technique.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the benefits of the transpubic approach for radical prostatectomy.
    • To detail the surgical technique for symphysis pubis removal.
    • To assess the impact on surgical outcomes and functional preservation.

    Main Methods:

    • Subperiosteal removal of a symphysis pubis wedge using an oscillating bone saw or osteotome.
    • Performing radical prostatectomy via the transpubic approach.
    • Evaluating surgical exposure, operative safety, and functional outcomes.

    Related Experiment Videos

    Main Results:

    • Adequate wedge removal of the symphysis pubis significantly improves surgical exposure.
    • The transpubic approach allows early ligation of the dorsal vein.
    • Visualization of the urogenital diaphragm reduces injury to the external urethral sphincter, minimizing incontinence.
    • The technique simplifies urethrovesical anastomosis and aids in preserving erectile function by protecting pelvic nerve plexuses.

    Conclusions:

    • The transpubic approach provides superior exposure and enhanced safety for radical prostatectomy.
    • This technique offers significant advantages in preserving urinary continence and erectile potency.
    • Subperiosteal symphysis pubis resection is a safe and effective method for improving surgical access.