Prostate Surgery Risks and Complications
Short answer: Like any surgery, prostate surgery has risks: bleeding, urinary infection, retrograde ejaculation and, depending on the technique, effects on continence or erection. They are uncommon and are reduced with proper evaluation, careful technique and follow-up. The surgeon explains them during the consultation.
Learning about the risks of prostate surgery is part of a responsible decision.
Possible complications
Bleeding, urinary infection, retrograde ejaculation and, depending on the technique, effects on continence or erection.
How they are reduced
A complete preoperative evaluation, careful technique and close follow-up. The team's experience influences the results.