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A member asked:
My dad was diagnosed with prostate cancer he is russing to oporetion with davinchi robot is it good? should he wait?
7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
NO: He should not wait, but he should obtain a 2nd opinion from a radiation oncologist and an oncologists. There are nonsurgical options based on stage. As for the robot - highly recommend it, less complications faster recovery.
Answered 1/30/2012
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Depends: Robotic prostate surgery has become popular because of perceived less complications, shorter hospital stays, smaller incisions though survival is probably similar to older "open" surgery. There needs to be a detailed discussion regarding these issues with the surgeon and usually most surgeries can be done in 3-4 weeks unless there is an emergency sometimes.
Answered 3/30/2016
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Experience: Find someone who has done thousands of cases. They can give you a second opinion and hopefully help you minimize your side effects.
Answered 11/4/2012
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