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- Prostatectomy - 1
- Prostatectomy - 2
- Prostatectomy - 3
- Prostatectomy - 4
- Prostatectomy - 5
There are two main surgical methods used for removing the prostate gland. The first method is called the "perineal" method. An incision is made in the perineum, which is the area between the base of the scrotum and the anus.
Incision
The second surgical method of prostatectomy is called the "suprapubic" approach. An incision is made in the abdomen, just below the umbilicus, which extends downward to the pubic bone.
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Review Date: 11/01/2007
Reviewed By: Marc A. Greenstein, D.O., F.A.C.O.S., Urologist, Somerset Medical
Center in Somerville, NJ. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare
Network.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
