Research progress on urethral reconstruction techniques during laparoscopic radical prostatectomy

doi:10.3877/cma.j.issn.1674-3253.2026.02.015

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Abstract:

Radical prostatectomy remains the first-line recommended treatment for prostate cancer. Post-prostatectomy urinary incontinence stands as one of the primary complications of this procedure, with multiple contributing factors identified. In response to these risk elements, various modified radical prostatectomy techniques have been utilized in clinical practice. Urethral reconstruction technique is one of them. This article reviews advancements in urethral reconstruction techniques during laparoscopic radical prostatectomy, evaluates their efficacy in restoring postoperative urinary continence, and aims to provide clinicians with surgical alternatives for optimized clinical decision-making.

Key words: Radical prostatectomy, Urinary continence, Urethral reconstruction, Urinary incontinence

Tianyang Zhang, Xingbo Wang, Jiangping Wang. Research progress on urethral reconstruction techniques during laparoscopic radical prostatectomy[J]. Chinese Journal of Endourology(Electronic Edition), 2026, 20(02): 216-220.

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