Non-Robotic Cancer Surgery
When facing a diagnosis of urological cancer, understanding the surgical options is a crucial step in your treatment plan. Among the various procedures, non-robotic surgeries such as Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumour (TURBT) and prostate biopsy are commonly used methods to diagnose and treat cancers within the urinary tract and prostate.
Dr Deanne will discuss with you a range of non-robotic, surgical options during your consultation. Below are is a summary of two common procedures.
-
TURBT (Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumour) is a standard procedure for diagnosing and treating bladder cancer. It's performed under general or spinal anaesthesia. The surgeon uses a cystoscope, which is inserted through the urethra, to access and visualize the bladder. Specialised instruments are then used to remove the tumour or take a biopsy sample. This approach allows for the direct removal of cancerous tissues without external incisions, leading to a quicker recovery period compared to open surgery.
-
A prostate biopsy is a procedure to remove small samples of prostate tissue to be examined under a microscope for cancer cells. It is typically recommended after abnormal results from a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test or a digital rectal exam (DRE). The biopsy is usually done using a thin needle that’s inserted into the prostate gland through the rectum, urethra, or perineum, depending on the technique employed.