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Urology (Expert Forum)
Radical Prostatectomy
Questions in the Urology forum are answered by Dr. Stephen Liroff, affiliated with the Henry Ford Hospital. Topics covered include benign prostate disease, penis curvature, cystisis, kidney stones, pediatric urology, prostate, sexual dysfunction, urinary tract infections (UTI), and urological cancers.
Radical Prostatectomy
by Jef__0__0, Jan 01, 1995 12:00AM
Posted By Jeff on June 27, 1998 at 06:31:38:
I am 46 years old and was recently diagnosed with prostrate cancer. It appears the cancer is at an early stage. After consultation with my urologist and much research I've come to the conclusion that the appropriate treatment for me is a radical prostatectomy.
I have learned in my research that the skill and experience of the surgeon is an important factor in the long-term success of such an operation.
My questions are:
Is there a source(s) I can use to learn about the experience and success rate of urologists in my area without having to personally interview doctors? Does Henry Ford have information it can provide to me about urologists affiliated with its organization?
I am 46 years old and was recently diagnosed with prostrate cancer. It appears the cancer is at an early stage. After consultation with my urologist and much research I've come to the conclusion that the appropriate treatment for me is a radical prostatectomy.
I have learned in my research that the skill and experience of the surgeon is an important factor in the long-term success of such an operation.
My questions are:
Is there a source(s) I can use to learn about the experience and success rate of urologists in my area without having to personally interview doctors? Does Henry Ford have information it can provide to me about urologists affiliated with its organization?
