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What is meant by prostate surgery

  The prostate gland is located under the gallbladder and in front of the rectum. It plays an  important role in the part of the male reproductive system. That produces the fluid that carries  the sperm.  The prostate gland is located under the gallbladder and in front of the rectum. It  plays  an important role in the part of the male. The reproductive system that produces the fluid  that carries the sperm. Surgery to completely remove the prostate is called a prostatectomy.  Prostate surgery may be necessary for a variety of reasons. Including prostate cancer and  enlarged prostate or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). General anesthesia or spinal anesthesia  is used for prostate surgery. Depending on the situation, your doctor will recommend the  appropriate anesthesia.  The goals of prostate surgery are to: correct your situation keep the ability to heal urinary retention reduce side effects Pain relief before, during, and...