Radical prostatectomy, or surgical removal of the prostate and surrounding cancerous tissues, is considered the “Gold Standard” or best way to eradicate prostate cancer.
Radical prostatectomy is a complex and delicate procedure due to many factors, including the location of the prostate gland deep inside the pelvis.

In New Zealand today surgeons use prostatectomy: open surgery (retropubic or perineal approach), or the minimally invasive Robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery.

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• Radical Prostatectomy - Pre and Post Surgery Information (PDF, 15.1 KB)