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“Facing prostate cancer at 55, I had to become informed. My Gleason score was 6, my stage was 2 c cancer on both sides of the prostate. I decided on the procedure that was best for me. It may not be the procedure for you. I chose Dr Thomas J Maatman and the da Vinci™ Prostatectectomy. The most important thing with this surgery is the number of procedures the surgeon has done, and what the patient outcomes are. This surgery has a steep learning curve. I had a great outcome! PSA 0.06, good bladder control at 4 weeks and mostly normal erections at 7 months. It can take 2 years or longer to have full recovery of erections. This is major surgery. I was in the hospital 2-1/2 days with mostly manageable pain. My recovery went well. Exercise and sleep helped my bladder control and fatigue. Walking and cycling worked for me." - Bob |
