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Prostate surgery

How to Prepare for Prostate Surgery

Short answer: Preparing for prostate surgery includes: tests, PSA, ultrasound/uroflowmetry; stopping blood thinners as directed. Good preparation reduces risks and improves recovery.

Preparing for prostate surgery affects both safety and outcome.

Before surgery

Tests, PSA, ultrasound/uroflowmetry; stop blood thinners as directed.

Recommendations

Follow the team's instructions, tell them about your medications and do not smoke. The specialist decides the indication; results vary from person to person.

Frequently asked questions

What tests do I need?

The ones the team indicates for your case; they are detailed during the evaluation.

Do I need to stop any medications?

Some, yes (such as blood thinners); always as directed by your doctor.