The first direct comparison between robot-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy and open surgery (radical retropubic prostatectomy) has ended in a tie. Early results from an international ...

Randomized comparison of robot-assisted vs open radical prostatectomy shows similar functional outcomes, but oncologic outcomes require 'cautious interpretation.' ...

Robotic surgery is a promising option in the field of prostate cancer, leading to better outcomes and shorter hospital stays. Robotic surgery can have a multitude of benefits for patients who are ...

In June this year, Paul Henderson received test results showing elevated PSA (prostate-specific antigen) levels. In this ...

What are the benefits of a robotic prostatectomy? Qazi says robotic prostatectomy is a gold-standard procedure for treating prostate cancer, in which the prostate gland is removed.

A new study suggests less-invasive keyhole surgery for prostate cancer may mean a higher risk for lasting incontinence and impotence when compared with traditional surgery. The results add to ...

Robotic-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy involves removing the prostate gland with the help of computer technology and long, narrow instruments attached to a robot.

One in seven men will develop prostate cancer in their lifetime, 3% of those men will die from it but it is relatively treatable if it’s found early enough. Fortunately, there’s robotic ...

Jan. 01, 2009 -- Question: Who is an appropriate candidate for a laparoscopic or robot-assisted prostatectomy? Answer: The ability to do laparoscopic or robotic surgery very much depends on a ...

Mani Menon, MD, discusses the place of robotic prostatectomy in the treatment of localized prostate cancer.

Smilow Cancer Hospital has introduced a new single-port robotic prostatectomy procedure that reduces the number of incisions and may minimize the risk for complications.The procedure uses the da ...