Modified Pfannenstiel approach for radical retropubic prostatectomy

Urology. 2004 Aug;64(2):369-71. doi: 10.1016/j.urology.2004.02.012.

Abstract

Radical retropubic prostatectomy is traditionally performed using a vertical midline incision and occasionally using a transverse Pfannenstiel incision. We describe a technique for performing radical retropubic prostatectomy using a modified Pfannenstiel approach. This involves a Y incision of the rectus sheath, instead of a pure transverse incision, and provides both excellent exposure and better cosmetic results.

MeSH terms

  • Esthetics
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Patient Acceptance of Health Care
  • Prostatectomy / methods*
  • Prostatectomy / psychology
  • Wound Healing