Cancer surgery and treatment
Radical prostatectomy
Updated: 3 October 2026
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Robot-assisted Radical Prostatectomy (RARP)
European Association of Urology · Video in English
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My pathway: before, during, after
01Indications
Treat selected prostate cancers within a risk-based discussion of alternatives.
02Preparation
Appropriate staging, anaesthetic review and counselling about continence, erections and fertility.
03What happens
The prostate and seminal vesicles are removed through open or minimally invasive surgery, sometimes robot-assisted.
04Follow-up
Temporary catheter, pathology and PSA follow-up; rehabilitation and sexual support as needed.
05Expected results
Aims to control cancer; additional treatment may still be required.
06Risks and limitations
Incontinence, erectile dysfunction and loss of ejaculation; robotic assistance does not remove these risks.
Questions for your consultation
- Why this procedure rather than another option?
- What benefit should I expect in my case?
- When can I resume activities and whom should I contact if problems occur?
Medical references
These guides describe treatment options without implying that every technique is offered at the practice. Indications, anaesthesia and recovery are individualised.
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