Radical perineal prostatectomy: Radical perineal prostatectomy is surgery to remove the prostate gland and seminal vesicles through an incision in the perineum between the scrotum and anus. This surgery involves severing the urethra above and below the prostate gland, which necessitates a new connection between the urethra and bladder.
These diseases and conditions may be treated with the surgical procedure Radical perineal prostatectomy:
Surgical procedure options to consider as an alternative for Radical perineal prostatectomy may include these surgeries:
These surgical anesthetic requirements for the procedure Radical perineal prostatectomy may include:
Possible surgical complications of Radical perineal prostatectomy may include:
The prognosis for a good medical outcome:
The prognosis is good, but the patient may have dry orgasms (no ejaculation).
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