I chose radiation treatment because I’m on warfarin and didn’t want to go through the process of getting off warfarin and then going back on it. The cure rate was about the same for radiation as it is for surgery. With radiation you deal with different side effects for a longer period of time. It’s been 2 1/2 years since my radiation treatment and there hasn’t been any sign of cancer. So, if radiation is an option, I’d compare the side effects of radiation vs surgery and determine what you prefer. Looking back, if I didn’t have the warfarin issue, and knowing what the side effects of radiation are ( it takes longer for one’s system to recover from radiation than surgery) I probably would go with surgery. Either way, Mayo is one of the top 2-3 rated centers for dealing with prostrate cancer. To me, that means their surgeons are some of the best in the world in dealing with prostrate cancer. I would request a surgeon that has had many years experience with this type of surgery. I would rely on prayer for the surgery team and then trust that they will do the best job possible. I would be grateful that I am able to have a facility such as Mayo to handle this situation. I have had two open heart surgeries for valve replacement at a different facility and am so grateful for the care I received from them. I am so glad I chose Mayo for my prostrate issue. I believe in prayer and the power of a positive attitude/outlook when dealing with health issues. Wishing you the best. Am willing to discuss further if you want.