What To Expect After Prostate Surgery
Advice for Partners of Those Undergoing Prostate Surgery
Dear Dr. Motola,
As the wife of one who is scheduled for robotic prostate surgery in a few weeks, I would welcome any advice or insights about how to best care for and help my husband.
What should I expect and how much should I do or not do?
The post-operative recovery period after the robotic surgery is similar to that of other surgical procedures. Patients are left with several small incisions on the abdominal wall. Surgical drains are also left in place for a peri...
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