Robotic Prostate

Robotic prostate surgery is a high-tech and minimally invasive surgical method that has become increasingly common in the treatment of prostate cancer in recent years. This procedure, also called “robotic radical prostatectomy” in medicine, is performed especially with the Da Vinci robotic surgery system. Thanks to robotic surgery, the doctor can work in a much more precise and detailed way. This method offers many advantages for both the patient and the surgeon.

Why is Robotic Prostate Surgery Performed?

Prostate cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in men. If the cancer is caught at an early stage, surgical removal of the prostate gland increases the chances of long-term success. Robotic surgery allows for the complete removal of cancerous tissue and facilitates the protection of surrounding tissues.

How is Robotic Prostate Surgery Performed?

During robotic surgery, the doctor sits at the console and controls the robotic arms remotely. The camera and surgical instruments are inserted through small incisions in the patient’s abdomen. Thanks to the 3-dimensional and high-resolution image, the surgeon can remove the prostate gland with great precision.

This method also increases the likelihood of preserving the nerves that control important functions such as urinary retention and sexual function. The surgery usually takes between 2-4 hours and patients are usually discharged the same week.

Advantages of Robotic Prostate Surgery

Robotic prostate surgery has many advantages compared to open and laparoscopic surgery:

• Smaller incisions, less bleeding
• Lower risk of infection
• Faster recovery
• Less pain and shorter hospital stay
• Better preservation of urinary retention and sexual functions
• Shorter return to daily life

For these reasons, robotic surgery is one of the most preferred methods today in terms of both effectiveness and patient comfort.

Recovery Process

After surgery, patients are usually discharged within 1-3 days. Light walking is recommended in the first few weeks, heavy exercises should be avoided. The urinary catheter is usually removed after 1 week. Although the full recovery process varies depending on the individual, it is possible to return to normal life within 4-6 weeks on average.

Recovery of sexual functions may take several months. In this process, medications and rehabilitation methods recommended by the doctor provide support.