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Staying in the hospital until your catheter comes out tells you everything you need to know , and I would not brag about that. Everything that I have read is opposite that multi port is so much better, offering more flexibility. The DaVinci is not about changing attachments, it is an entirely different model that is very costly and does reduce ED through Retzius sparing surgery with better approach to the nerve bundles along with immediate continence in most cases and no Kegel exercises needed. Now AS I said, surgeons that use the older DaVinci multi port does not stop them from performing outstanding surgeries, but in todays world improved ED, improved incontinence and quicker recovery is where the standard of care is going. If your husband went old school and you are happy , terrific! I think for most patients being home is a overall better environment and less likely to get a hospital infection which is not uncommon
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Our doctor did not say that it is "so much better", he just said that HE personalty finds it more useful since he can reach more places in pelvic area in a better angle - he personally prefers it even though he knows to use both. He is one of the best surgeons that there are in the USA and he was a founder of the whole prostate care center in a major CA hospital, so I do not questions his opinion or expertise. : )
My husband had VERY fast recovery in every aspect, zero pain, zero discomfort, was able to sit up, get up from bed next day without any problems or pain, and had full continence at 4 mos post op without PT classes. He was working full time after 2 weeks and 2 startups on a side, so yes - he was and is very happy with results.
Also, care in German hospitals is world class, it can not even be compared, but that is another story. 😉
The United States has the highest number of hospital-associated infections among high-income nations. Still, it was very beneficial to stay one extra day and have professional care and to make sure that all is top notch back to normal before heading home. He was in beautiful room, alone , with huge plasma TV, special leg massage devices, nice view, great menu and even big seating area for me and my daughter to relax and make him company at all hours. 😎 I made friends with nurses and got a BUNCH of stuff to bring home for easier recovery - all in all, time well spent ; ).