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Restoring Comfort with Advanced Prostatectomy Surgery

Prostatectomy is a specialized surgical procedure performed to remove part or the entire prostate gland, commonly recommended for prostate cancer, enlarged prostate, or severe urinary symptoms that do not respond to medication. The procedure aims to relieve urinary obstruction, control cancer progression, and improve overall quality of life. Using modern surgical techniques, patients benefit from precise treatment, reduced pain, faster recovery, and improved functional outcomes. Careful pre-operative evaluation, personalized surgical planning, and structured post-operative care ensure safe and effective results. With expert surgical guidance, patients receive comprehensive support throughout diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and long-term follow-up care.

What is a prostatectomy?

Prostatectomy means removing part or all of the prostate gland. There are two very different operations:

Radical prostatectomy: removes the whole prostate and seminal vesicles to cure localised prostate cancer
Simple prostatectomy / enucleation: removes only the overgrown inner part of a very large benign prostate (BPH). Today this is usually done endoscopically with HoLEP laser instead of open surgery

When is radical prostatectomy recommended?

It suits men with cancer confined to the prostate and good general health, usually with a life expectancy of more than 10 years. Diagnosis involves a PSA blood test, MRI of the prostate and a targeted biopsy, followed by a PSMA PET or bone scan when needed to check for spread. Very low-risk cancers may be safely watched with active surveillance, and radiotherapy is an alternative cure for some men. Dr. Bivek Kumar explains every option so you can choose what fits you.

Surgical approach

Laparoscopic (keyhole) radical prostatectomy: small cuts, less blood loss, less pain and a shorter stay
Nerve-sparing technique wherever cancer control allows, to protect erections
Pelvic lymph node removal in intermediate and high-risk disease for accurate staging

Recovery and what to expect

Hospital stay of about 2–4 days; a catheter for 7–14 days
Return to normal activity in 3–4 weeks
Some urine leakage is common at first and improves over weeks to months with pelvic floor exercises
Erection recovery depends on age, pre-surgery function and nerve sparing, and is supported with medicines
Regular PSA tests track cancer control after surgery

Early detection saves lives

Men over 50, or over 45 with a family history of prostate cancer, should discuss a PSA test with a urologist, even without symptoms. Early-stage prostate cancer usually causes no symptoms and is highly curable. Learn more about uro-oncology care.

Prostatectomy in Koramangala and Bellandur

Dr. Bivek Kumar (MCh Urology, FRSM) has more than 18 years of experience and over 11,000 urological surgeries. He consults at Superhealth Hospital, Koramangala (Mon–Sat, 9 am–6 pm) and Nelivigi Multispeciality Hospital, Bellandur (Tue, Thu & Sat, 7–8 pm; Sunday by appointment only), in English, Hindi, Kannada and Bengali. Book an appointment or call to discuss your reports.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a prostatectomy?

Prostatectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the prostate gland partially or completely, usually to treat prostate cancer or severe prostate enlargement.

Why is prostatectomy performed?

It is performed to treat prostate cancer, relieve urinary blockage, reduce symptoms of enlarged prostate, or prevent disease progression.

Who needs prostatectomy surgery?

Patients diagnosed with localized prostate cancer or severe benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) not responding to medications may require surgery.

What types of prostatectomy are available?

Common types include radical prostatectomy, laparoscopic prostatectomy, robotic-assisted surgery, and simple prostatectomy depending on the condition.

Is prostatectomy a major surgery?

Yes, it is considered a major surgery but modern minimally invasive techniques help reduce complications and recovery time.

Related treatments & reading

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