Question 1

How long should I stay after robotic prostatectomy?

Accepted Answer

Hospital stays are commonly 1 to 3 days. A urinary catheter is often left in place for about a week, so many patients plan 10 to 14 days in the destination to have it removed there. Your urologist confirms the plan.

Question 2

Is robotic surgery more expensive than open surgery?

Accepted Answer

Usually it is, because robotic systems carry equipment and consumable costs. Prices also depend on the hospital, surgeon and whether lymph nodes are removed. Ask for a quote that names the surgical approach and states what happens if the plan changes during surgery.

Question 3

What records should I send?

Accepted Answer

Hospitals typically ask for PSA results, the biopsy pathology report, MRI or other staging scans, and a summary of your general health. Complete records help the urology team decide whether surgery is suitable and provide an indicative quote.

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