Prostate Surgery

Laparoscopic & Robotic Prostatectomy

Minimally invasive techniques that remove the prostate through small abdominal ports in carefully selected patients.

Dr. Anand Arumugam, MBBS, MS, M.Ch
Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road

Laparoscopic & Robotic Prostatectomy – procedure illustration — Prostate Surgery

Procedure overview

What is Laparoscopic & Robotic Prostatectomy?

Robotic-assisted surgery gives the surgeon a magnified view and articulated instruments. Compared with open surgery, potential benefits for suitable patients include smaller incisions, reduced blood loss and a shorter hospital stay.

Important. This page provides general education. Your diagnosis, treatment choice and recovery plan must be confirmed in consultation.

When it may be considered

Clinical needs come before technique.

01Localised prostate cancer after multidisciplinary evaluation
02Patients fit for general anaesthesia and minimally invasive surgery
03A preference for surgery after discussing alternatives
04Disease and anatomy suitable for complete removal

Diagnosis & preparation

What happens before a decision.

Assessment may include

A focused history and physical examination
Urine and blood tests relevant to the condition
Ultrasound, X-ray, CT, MRI or other appropriate imaging
Anaesthesia and general-health assessment when surgery is planned

Specific tests vary. Bring existing reports so unnecessary repetition can be avoided where possible.

Potential benefits

Why this option may be discussed.

Small incisions
Magnified operative view
Potential for reduced blood loss and hospital stay
Precise dissection in experienced hands

All procedures have potential risks and may not achieve the same result for every patient. Alternatives, risks and expected outcomes should be discussed personally.

Recovery & follow-up

Plan the return to everyday life.

A catheter remains in place while the urinary connection heals. Recovery, continence and sexual-function rehabilitation are individual and should be discussed before surgery.

Contact your care team urgently if advised warning signs occur

These may include fever, worsening pain, heavy bleeding, breathing difficulty or inability to pass urine. Follow the discharge instructions given to you.

Procedure FAQs

Questions patients commonly ask.

How do I know whether Laparoscopic & Robotic Prostatectomy is right for me?

Suitability depends on your diagnosis, test results, general health and treatment goals. A consultation is needed to compare this procedure with observation, medicine or other procedural options.

What should I bring to the consultation?

Bring relevant imaging, laboratory reports, discharge summaries, a medicine and allergy list, and details of previous surgery or treatment.

How long does recovery take?

Recovery varies by procedure and patient. Dr. Anand and the hospital team will explain the expected stay, activity limits, medicines, follow-up and warning signs for your individual plan.