u003cstrongu003eCan a prostatectomy cause a change in penis length?u003c/strongu003e

Yes. It is very common for the penis length to decrease after prostate surgery, due to the fact that a portion of the urethra is often removed. Radical prostatectomies generally cause the greatest decrease in penis length. In most cases, the length of the penis is most diminished immediately after the procedure and the difference between its postoperative length and original length decreases as the person recovers.u003csupu003eu003ca href=u0022https://adoctor.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=4950u0026amp;action=edit#fn27u0022u003e[27]u003c/au003eu003c/supu003e

u003cstrongu003eCan a prostatectomy cause loss of fertility?u003c/strongu003e

Radical prostatectomies are the type most commonly associated with a loss of fertility. This is because they involve cutting and/or removing the u003cemu003evas deferensu003c/emu003e, meaning that the sperm no longer have a conduit to travel from the testicles and out of the body in seminal fluid. A man who has had this type of surgery can no longer father a child naturally but can choose to save (bank) his sperm for future use before the operation.u003csupu003eu003ca href=u0022https://adoctor.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=4950u0026amp;action=edit#fn28u0022u003e[28]u003c/au003eu003c/supu003e It is important to talk to the doctor before the procedure is carried out and make arrangements if this is needed.

u003cstrongu003eIs it possible to drive a car during the recovery period from a prostatectomy?u003c/strongu003e

Il faut éviter de conduire complètement pendant que le cathéter est en place. Après le retrait du cathéter, il est néanmoins conseillé d'éviter certaines activités comme la conduite automobile pendant deux à quatre semaines après l'opération et de confirmer avec son médecin que l'on est apte à les reprendre lors d'une visite de suivi.

u003cstrongu003eWhat precautions should I take to keep clean and promote healing while the temporary catheter is in place and after its removal?u003c/strongu003e

Le cathéter sus-pubien ou transurétral est un tube mince et flexible; un dispositif temporaire qui est inséré après la chirurgie afin de rationaliser la miction pendant la récupération. Il est généralement porté pendant environ une ou deux semaines, période pendant laquelle une personne doit garder la zone environnante aussi propre et sèche que possible. Ceci peut être réalisé en lavant le reste du corps avec une éponge ou une flanelle, plutôt que de prendre un bain ou une douche complète. Il est conseillé de boire beaucoup d'eau afin de maintenir le fonctionnement normal du système urinaire.

Qu'est-ce que la prostatectomie (chirurgie de la prostate) ?

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**What is Prostatectomy ‍(Prostate⁢ Surgery)?**

A prostatectomy is a surgical procedure⁢ to remove the prostate gland, a small gland in men that produces seminal fluid. [[1]] Prostatectomy is most commonly‌ performed⁤ to treat prostate cancer, but it can also be used to treat other conditions ⁢such as benign ⁣prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and prostatitis. [[2]]

There are different types of prostatectomy procedures, but‍ the most common is radical prostatectomy. [[1]] Radical prostatectomy involves‍ removing the entire⁢ prostate gland and some surrounding tissue. [[1]] It is typically performed for prostate cancer that is confined ⁣to the prostate. [[1]]

Other types of prostatectomy procedures include:

* ⁢**Simple prostatectomy:** This procedure involves ⁤removing only the central ⁣portion of the prostate gland. [[1]] ⁤It is⁢ typically performed for‍ BPH. [[1]]

* **Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP):** This procedure involves removing the⁣ prostate gland through the urethra. [[1]] It is typically performed for BPH. [[1]]

* **Robotic prostatectomy:** This⁤ procedure involves using a robotic system to assist the surgeon in performing the prostatectomy. [[1]] Robotic prostatectomy is less invasive than traditional open prostatectomy and has a shorter recovery time. [[3]]

The type of prostatectomy procedure that is right for ‍you will depend on your individual circumstances. ‌Your doctor will discuss the⁣ different options with you and help you make the best decision.