Lowering erectile dysfunction risk in prostate cancer surgery


By AGENCY

Many men, especially younger ones, fear prostate cancer surgery for its potential side effects of impotency and incontinence. — AFP

A technique to preserve nerves during prostate cancer surgery almost doubles the proportion of men who keep erectile function, according to a new study.

Compared to standard surgery, researchers said the new method could dramatically improve men’s quality of life.

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