F F Marshall1, S C Hortopan, Y Lakshmanan. 1. James Buchanan Brady Urological Institute, Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, Baltimore, Maryland, USA.
Abstract
PURPOSE: Resection of a posterior symphyseal osteophyte during radical retropubic prostatectomy was evaluated. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The surgical technique is described. RESULTS: A favorable experience was noted in 10 patients with partial symphyseal resection. CONCLUSIONS: Partial symphyseal resection of an osteophyte protruding from the posterior symphysis can facilitate radical retropubic prostatectomy by improving visualization of the apex of the prostate.
PURPOSE: Resection of a posterior symphyseal osteophyte during radical retropubic prostatectomy was evaluated. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The surgical technique is described. RESULTS: A favorable experience was noted in 10 patients with partial symphyseal resection. CONCLUSIONS: Partial symphyseal resection of an osteophyte protruding from the posterior symphysis can facilitate radical retropubic prostatectomy by improving visualization of the apex of the prostate.