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What every patient should know: there are TWO, not one prostate cancer operations

Consultants' blog, Patient Information August 2nd, 2018

By Alan Doherty, consultant urologist, BPC In almost everything I read about prostate cancer, the discussion is about the operation for cancer of the prostate, medically termed the radical prostatectomy. In other words, a single, all encompassing operation for prostate cancer. This is wholly different to the discussions I have with my patients. In these […]

What I should expect after a prostatectomy – Issues

Patient Information February 23rd, 2015

Can I shower? Yes, you can shower as normal. You will return home with a dressing over your wound to keep it dry. It should be sufficient to keep the dressing dry but if it does become wet, it is best to change the dressing. The dressings are normally removed around seven days after surgery […]

Birmingham Prostate Clinic Information & Factsheets

Patient Information February 12th, 2015

We have developed a selection of online factsheets and articles, containing clear and useful information on the many conditions we treat, and the range of treatments we provide. Browse the selections below to read information provided by the Birmingham Prostate Clinic’s multidisciplinary team of specialists. Patient information Stages of prostate cancer assessment infographic Xgeva for […]

Robotic surgery – the future for prostatectomy ?

Consultants' blog June 19th, 2014

Since the start of 2014, I have been carrying out prostatectomies using the robotic da Vinci system at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Robot-assisted surgery is the norm in America and in the UK, where a growing number of hospitals are investing in the da Vinci, many see it as the future and “gold standard”. My […]

What every man should know about prostate cancer

Articles January 2nd, 2014

What is my risk of prostate cancer? Prostate cancer is the most common male cancer, affecting one in every nine men. Your personal risk doubles if you have a first degree relative (father or brother) with the disease, particularly if they develop prostate cancer before the age of 60. Prostate cancer risk is also increased […]

Why pelvic floor exercises benefit men as well as women

Consultants' blog December 3rd, 2013

The benefits of pelvic floor exercises for women, particularly after childbirth, are well established. However these simple exercises are also very valuable for men following prostatectomy (the removal of the prostate due to a diagnosis of cancer). During the first few weeks after a prostatectomy, almost all patients experience some urinary incontinence. This is because […]

The benefits of nerve-sparing prostatectomy

Consultants' blog October 11th, 2011

When facing the diagnosis of prostate cancer, for most patients, the overwhelming focus is on eradicating the disease. However once the cancer has been successfully treated, the side-effects of treatment can have a major impact on quality of life. I have seen many patients following a prostatectomy who are very distressed by their inability to […]