Radical prostatectomy: a case study.

Abstract

Radical prostatectomy is widely used to treat prostate cancer. Complications such as hemorrhage, hypothermia, impotence and pain can occur with this surgery. This case study discusses preoperative autologous blood donation as well as explains staging and grading systems used for prostate cancer. Fluid management also is reviewed. Postoperative treatment of the patient with cancer of the prostate is rapidly changing. Emphasis is placed on the follow up of and rationale behind treatment after surgery.