We offer advanced, minimally invasive surgery to treat
prostate cancer.
The prostate is a reproductive organ in men
Found only in men, the prostate is a gland located below the bladder. It
wraps around the urethra (the small tube that carries urine from the bladder).
Prostate cancer is when cancer begins in the prostate. It’s the most common cancer
impacting men. When caught early through PSA screening, prostate exam
and biopsy, it is often curable.
What is robotic prostatectomy?
Robotic prostatectomy is a minimally invasive surgery that is used to treat
prostate cancer. During this procedure, the prostate is removed. In addition,
the seminal vesicles, nearby tissues, and occasionally the pelvic lymph
nodes may also be removed.
During a robotic prostatectomy, the surgeon will make several tiny cuts
in order to remove the prostate using a tool called a
laparoscope. This tool is a long, thin tube with a tiny camera and thin surgical tools
attached to it. Your surgeon can control these tools using robotic technology.
This type of surgery can offer several benefits compared to standard open
surgery, including:
Faster recovery
Less bleeding
Less pain
Shorter hospital stay
We'll work with you to create a personalized treatment plan
If you have been diagnosed with prostate cancer, the team at West Jefferson
Urology can work with you and your healthcare providers to create a treatment
plan that fits your unique needs.
