Early Diagnosis of Prostate Cancer Saves Lives
Prostate cancer is the second most common type of cancer in men. It is also important because it is one of the types of cancer that can be treated when diagnosed early. Urology is the branch in which technology is used the most in the medical world. Prostate cancer, on the other hand, is the area where the developing technology is best adapted to medicine. Even the widespread use of robotic surgeries has occurred with their use in prostate cancer surgery. If the disease is not caught before it spreads, it can be almost completely treated.
Prostate cancer symptoms
Prostate cancer may present with many symptoms such as bleeding in the urine, urination difficulties, bone pain, pain in the anus, backaches and sexual problems. In addition, when it gives symptoms, it is generally seen that the stage of the disease is advanced. It is possible to catch it without any symptoms with the PSA test from the blood and rectal examination. Do not forget that when it gives symptoms, it may be too late for anything.
Prostate Exam
It is recommended to start routine prostate controls in all men after the age of 50. However, in those with a family history of prostate cancer, these controls should begin at age 40. Prostate cancer is one of the genetically transmitted diseases. Prostate control starts with the questions the urologist will ask you. Every question and answer has significance. A blood test should be done routinely in prostate control. If deemed necessary, rectal examination, urine test, voiding test, ultrasound and MR imaging can be performed.
Fusion prostate biopsy
We definitely recommend performing multiparametric MRI in patients with suspicious findings related to prostate cancer after the examination. MRI not only gives information about the stage of the disease, but also helps us to determine the location of the cancer in the prostate. Definitive diagnosis of prostate cancer is made through parts taken from the prostate. 12 random pieces are taken in the routine. In the fusion biopsy method, the MR image is mapped to the prostate via a device. In this way, we can find the opportunity to take a pinpoint biopsy from the cancer. Prostate cancer can be detected at a higher rate with the biopsy procedure performed with these state-of-the-art devices. Early diagnosis of the disease allows higher treatment success. In this method, which is defined as MR fusion biopsy, the quality of the device is as important as the experience of the surgeon. In our clinic, we perform biopsy with the highest quality UroNav devices.
Prostate Cancer Treatment Istanbul
Prostate cancer can be divided into early and advanced stages. In advanced stages, treatment usually aims to slow down the disease. The course of the disease is slowed down by hormone treatments, chemotherapy and radiation treatments. In the early stages, the aim is to cure prostate cancer completely.
- Radiation Treatments: Radiation treatments are generally preferred for patients who have a condition that prevents them from undergoing surgery. Long-term results in the treatment of prostate cancer are similar to surgery. One of its important disadvantages is that it requires long-term application. There are complications such as urinary incontinence, erection problems, diarrhea, painful defecation and urination, intestinal fistulas and recurrence of the disease. The most important disadvantage is that patients lose the chance of surgery after radiotherapy. While radiotherapy can be applied if the surgery is unsuccessful, surgery is usually not applicable after radiotherapy.
- Local Treatments: Some selected patients have non-surgical treatment options such as HIFU. It can be applied in limited numbers and at an early stage. Contact us for more information.
- Surgery: Surgery is the most preferred way to treat prostate cancer, if possible. Surgical techniques are roughly divided into closed and open surgery. Open or closed surgical techniques do not have superiority over each other in terms of cancer control. In addition, patient comfort and recovery time are significantly different in closed prostate surgery surgeries. In particular, patients who have undergone robotic prostatectomy usually stay in the hospital for 1 day.
Prostatectomy side effects
- Urinary Incontinence: It is very rare. It mostly resolves spontaneously within 1 year. If it does not improve, urinary incontinence can be completely prevented by artificial sphincter surgery.
- Erectile dysfunction: It is seen in one of two patients in open surgery. In robotic surgery, it can be seen less frequently because the nerves are better protected. If it occurs, the happiness bar can be placed.
- Bowel injury
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Anesthesia Risks
Robotic radical prostatectomy in Turkey
The vast majority of prostate cancer surgeries performed worldwide are performed robotically. In our country, due to the limited access to this technology, the usagei is limited. The lack of surgeons with sufficient experience is also an important factor. It is also an important problem that surgeons, who do not have robot facilities, do not adequately inform patients about this issue. Laparoscopic surgery can never replace robotic prostatectomy. Robotic surgery also minimizes erectile dysfunction and urinary incontinence problems as well as short recovery times. Due to prostate location, the operation is performed in a narrow area during surgery. The advanced maneuverability and superior vision of the robot arms greatly reduce the complication rates. Patients diagnosed with prostate cancer should definitely consider the possibility of robotic surgery.
How much does a robotic radical prostatectomy cost in Turkey?
Robotic surgery prices change every day depending on the current exchange rates. Since Davinci system products are dollar indexed, prices are dollar dependent. On average, there is a cost of 7000-10000 USD.