Degree of Preservation of Neurovascular Bundles in Radical Prostatectomy and Recurrence of Prostate Cancer.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Reports on possible benefits for continence with nerve-sparing (NS) radical prostatectomy have expanded the indications beyond preservation of erectile function. It is unclear whether NS surgery affects oncological outcomes.

Objective

To determine whether the degree of NS during radical prostatectomy influences oncological outcomes.

Design setting and participants

Of 4003 patients enrolled in a prospective, controlled trial comparing open and robotic radical prostatectomy during 2008-2011, we evaluated 2401 patients who received robotic radical prostatectomy at seven Swedish centres. Patients were followed for 8 yr.

Outcome measurements and statistical analysis

Data for recurrence and positive surgical margin status were assessed using validated pati

SUBMITTER: Axen E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8317882 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature