Abstract
Radical retropubic prostatectomy remains a popular therapy for localized prostate cancer and is frequently performed in most urologic practices. The current technique for this procedure, developed from watching many experienced surgeons, studying published descriptions, and a large surgical experience, is described. There are many ways to accomplish the goals of any operation, and what is described is what has worked best in terms of pathologic and functional results in more than 1500 patients.
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Klein, E.A. (2004). Contemporary Technique of Radical Prostatectomy. In: Klein, E.A. (eds) Management of Prostate Cancer. Current Clinical Urology. Humana Press, Totowa, NJ. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-59259-776-5_11
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