Overview of the procedure:

Robotic prostatectomy, also known as robot-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy, is a state-of-the-art surgical technique primarily used to treat localized prostate cancer. In this procedure, surgeons use a robotic system to control precise instruments through small incisions, allowing for greater accuracy and improved visualization compared to traditional open surgery. The robotic approach enhances the surgeon’s ability to preserve surrounding nerves and tissues, which can help maintain urinary control and sexual function. International patients choose robotic prostatectomy for its minimally invasive nature, reduced pain, shorter hospital stay, and faster return to normal activities, making it a preferred choice for prostate cancer treatment.

What are the Benefits and risks?

Benefits

• 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗮𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲: Smaller incisions result in less pain, reduced blood loss, and minimal scarring.
• 𝗙𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆: Most patients are able to leave the hospital within 1–2 days and return to daily activities sooner.
• 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: Robotic technology allows for improved accuracy, particularly in nerve-sparing techniques.
• 𝗟𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Reduced risk of infection and fewer postoperative complications compared to open surgery.
• 𝗕𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀: Higher rates of urinary continence and sexual function preservation when performed by experienced surgeons.

Risks

• 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: As with any surgery, there is a risk of infection at the incision or internal sites.
• 𝗕𝗹𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴: Although less common than with open surgery, bleeding may still occur and require intervention.
• 𝗨𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: Some patients may experience temporary or, rarely, long-term difficulty controlling urine flow.
• 𝗘𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗱𝘆𝘀𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: There is a risk of reduced sexual function, especially if cancer involves surrounding nerves.
• 𝗔𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗮 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸𝘀: General risks associated with anesthesia, such as allergic reactions or breathing difficulties.

Estimated Cost?

The cost of robotic prostatectomy typically ranges from $𝟭𝟮,𝟬𝟬𝟬 to $𝟯𝟱,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗨𝗦𝗗, depending on the country, hospital, surgeon’s expertise, and additional care required.

Expected recovery time?

Most patients spend 𝟭–𝟮 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 in the hospital and are able to resume light activities within 𝟮–𝟯 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀. Full recovery—including regaining urinary control and sexual function—may take 𝟮–𝟯 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵𝘀, with ongoing improvements possible over time.