OBJECTIVE: To define the anatomical landmarks allowing precise vesiculectomy to be performed during radical prostatectomy for cancer. MATERIAL AND METHODS: 12 non-formalin-preserved anatomical subjects were dissected as during retropubic and perineal prostatectomy, with and without coloured latex vascular injection. RESULTS: Three anatomical landmarks were defined: 1) Denonvilliers' fascia; 2) vas deferens; 3) arteries supplying the seminal vesicles. CONCLUSIONS: These three anatomical landmarks ensure: complete resection, preservation of adjacent anatomical structures and elective haemostasis.
OBJECTIVE: To define the anatomical landmarks allowing precise vesiculectomy to be performed during radical prostatectomy for cancer. MATERIAL AND METHODS: 12 non-formalin-preserved anatomical subjects were dissected as during retropubic and perineal prostatectomy, with and without coloured latex vascular injection. RESULTS: Three anatomical landmarks were defined: 1) Denonvilliers' fascia; 2) vas deferens; 3) arteries supplying the seminal vesicles. CONCLUSIONS: These three anatomical landmarks ensure: complete resection, preservation of adjacent anatomical structures and elective haemostasis.