What is a Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy (LRP)? What makes this an effective therapy for prostate cancer?
A Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy (LRP) is a surgical procedure specialized for men with localized prostate cancer in which the prostate gland and the seminal vesicles are removed. Laparoscopy is a new technique whereby instruments are passed into the body through small incisions in order to perform surgery. Comparable to open radical prostatectomy, which requires an abdominal incision for surgery, the incisions required for a laparoscopic radical prostatectomy are often less than five millimeters in length. These smaller incisions allow for faster recovery post-procedure to offer earlier relief and to allow patients to return to work after less recovery time. laparoscopic radical prostatectomy is an effective therapy for men with localized prostate cancer because of the complete removal of the cancer in most cases. After the prostate has been removed it is possible to determine the extent of the prostate cancer in more definite terms. It is also easier in most cases to evaluate pat
