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I’m pretty sure any laparoscopic prostatectomy procedure will be robotic. Confirm this with your surgeon.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1143546/

Discussion: Laparoscopic prostatectomy?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 18, 2024

My husband has surgery scheduled with a top nerve sparing surgeon. Fingers crossed.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/913973/

Discussion: Best Kegel App?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 16, 2023

Dr. Frendle is also Jim's surgeon for the Spacer. He also did his biopsy.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1012796/

Discussion: Questions about radiation for prostate cancer: Can I drive myself?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 9, 2024

I look forward to hearing what you learn after talking with the surgeon, ssames.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/654085/

Discussion: MRI With Contrast

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 14, 2021

Hello: can you share the name of your surgeon? I live in the Maryland area.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1054305/

Discussion: Radical Prostatectomy By Robotic Surgery: What can I expect?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 20, 2024

I focused on where I preferred to be treated (Johns Hopkins) and which surgeon was going...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1339579/

Discussion: Multi incision vs one incision da Vinci RP - benefits & risks

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 2 8:49am

My surgeon felt catheterization was not necessary because I was reasonably continent especially while horizontal.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1278143/

Discussion: How many here developed an inguinal hernia after Prostate surgery?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 9 6:19pm

Thank you helpful. Meeting the surgeon next week. I’ll see what he suggests..

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1234215/

Discussion: How quickly should I have radical surgery after my PSMA scan

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 11 8:09am

I had multiport RARP (five incisions) at the Cleveland Clinic on 6/18/25. Since CC is well-known...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1339614/

Discussion: Multi incision vs one incision da Vinci RP - benefits & risks

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 2 9:41am

Thanks so much. I corrected the Gleason score. Margins were clean. The surgeon would not discuss...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1336533/

Discussion: Results of RALP pathology report

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 27 2:26pm

Distinction w/o a difference. Listen to the retired surgeon, not "a friend". 4500 RPs is a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/901764/

Discussion: Single port vs. Multi-port DaVinci Robot for RARP

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 25, 2023

Gleason score 8 The surgeon said they would not do hormone therapy unless it becomes necessary.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1177807/

Discussion: Ductal prostate cancer: Radiation + hormone therapy or surgery?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 21, 2024

I had about a month until my surgery. I did Kegels religiously; 10quick one’s a couple...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1140605/

Discussion: Best underwear?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 12, 2024

My advice is listen to the surgeon or Urologist but DEFINITELY inquire about Pelvic PT so...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/797207/

Discussion: Had Radical Prostatectomy last week: What are next steps?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 15, 2023

My surgeon and radiation oncologist both said if you have radiation first RP is off the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1150749/

Discussion: Gleason7(3+4) - treatment options recommendation

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 2, 2024

Have you looked into radiogland therapy? My Urologist/Surgeon says this treatment is a game changer for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/899007/

Discussion: Is there a Next Treatment for me?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 20, 2023

I just sent an email to my surgeon (surgery scheduled 9/16) about getting an oncologist

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1131680/

Discussion: When do you get assigned an oncologist?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 27, 2024

Hey Andy, sorry to hear of your present situation. I do agree with you that radiation...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1282309/

Discussion: Recurrence after brachytherapy - looking for the best option

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 15 8:20am

Thank you Ken82. My surgeon made no mention of the hormone shots. I don't believe my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/296973/

Discussion: Prostate Cancer: sex drive after surgery or other treatments

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 13, 2020

I never saw a PT. My surgeon showed me how to do them and that’s all...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1063544/

Discussion: What supplies did you have ready for urinary incontinence after RP?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 7, 2024

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