If you plan to get surgery for your prostate cancer, there are a few things you can do to get ready ahead of time. As with any surgery, your well-being and safety are important. If you prepare for ...

The most common surgery for prostate cancer is a radical prostatectomy. This surgery involves taking out the entire prostate gland, some lymph nodes and other nearby tissue, like the seminal vesicles ...

The holmium laser prostate (HoLEP) surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that treats a condition known as benign prostatic hyperplasia. Although it’s usually considered safe for most people, it ...

At University of Utah Health, our urologists specialize in helping men achieve better health with top-notch specialty care and the latest advances in treatment and therapies. We provide care for a ...

Is surgery for prostate cancer considered an elective procedure? Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The Defense Department has ...

The journey through prostate cancer treatment marks a significant chapter in many men’s lives, with surgery often serving as a pivotal turning point toward recovery. While the removal of cancerous ...

Original Medicare (parts A and B) covers medically necessary prostate surgeries, including treatments for an enlarged prostate and prostate cancer. Medicare covers various prostate procedures, ...

Side effects like incontinence and erectile dysfunction can wreak havoc on your emotions. Here’s how to feel like yourself again. When this cancer is caught in its early stages, before it has spread ...