The male reproductive system needs the prostate gland to function. The prostate gland, a small and walnut -shaped organ in the lower abdomen, is sandwiched between the bladder and the penis, creating liquids that nourish and transport sperm.
However, when cancer cells enter the system, the prostate gland is in serious problems. According to urologist Dr. Poh Beow Kiong from Gleneagles and Mount Elizabeth Hospital Hospitals happens prostate cancer when prostate cells grow uncontrollable And spread in nearby tissues.
A damaged prostate gland can then lead to various disorders, including prostate cancer, which is currently the third most common cancer in men in the Philippines, according to the Ministry of Health.
Prostate cancer has no symptoms early on; But as it progresses, patients can experience bone pain, urine blockage and other urinary tract symptoms.
The silver lining is that medical progress has significantly improved treatment, making it easier to recover in patients with prostate cancer.
In terms of managing prostate cancer, treatments with two intentions are supplied – to cure in early stage and to prevent progression in advanced phases. There are many treatments available for this type of cancer, including prostat surgery, laparoscopic prostatectomy and robot surgery.
For years, prostat surgery was the primary treatment for prostate cancer. Although it is generally safe and the dying rate is pencilIt can be debilitating in cancer patients, Dr. Poh. It can also wear A Few complications, such as erectile dysfunction and urine incontinence, where patients can cough and leak urine.
With laparoscopic prostatectomy, a type of surgery that uses small incisions to remove the prostate, treating prostate cancer has improved considerably. Significant improvements in optics or visual technology for this type of procedure enables surgeons to go deep into the male pelvis, which is naturally narrow.
Another progress that Dr. POH emphasized is the Da Vinci robot -like prostatectomy. It is a robot -supported and minimally invasive surgery designed for treatment with prostate cancer. It comes with better visualization and precision, making it easier to perform operations through small incisions. The technology also makes advanced and computer -controlled movement possible, making those important nerves around the prostate safe. Dr. POH noted that robot surgery entails a very complicated method of robot tissue dissection, good optics and 3D anatomy preface, which means that nerve savings techniques are possible.
‘[Robotic surgery] is not a dangerous operation; It is not an operation that is open to many surgical variations. The operation is standard, the invention of the Da Vinci robot has made this consistency even higher. Every case is a challenging matter, but we are able to reduce morbidity and complications since we used the robot, “Dr. Poh further out.
In the forefront of advanced and holistic treatments, Mount Elizabeth Hospital uses an extensive team approach in treatments. It has a group of skilled specialists, including surgeons, physiotherapistSAnesthesiologists and nurses. Moreover, it is used Advanced robot aids such as the Da Vinci Robot. The treatment journey Starts with diagnosis and then continues through surgery and recovery, so that every aspect of patient care is well coordinated for positive surgical results.
“The best way to prevent mail–effective complications is before the operation. We start with rehabilitation before we put the knife on the patient. Before the operation, as soon as the patient is diagnosed, the treatment starts, we have a team of nurses and physiotherapists accompany the patient through the plus–Operative, as well as the post–Surgical recovery, “Dr. said Poh.
To maintain prostate health, Dr. recommends POH that men regularly undergo prostate checks, as Digital rectal studies and prostate -specific antigen (PSA), especially for Those older than 50 years. Moreover, the preservation of a healthy lifestyle, with a good diet and exercise, is strongly encouraged. A healthy prostate can not only improve the reproductive health of men, but also their well -being and quality of life.
For questions, contact the IHH Healthcare Patient Assistance Center Singapore – Filipino office, located in G/FB, Marco Polo Hotel, Meralco Avenue and Sapphire Street, Ortigas Center, Pasig City 1600. You can also e -mail manilla.ph@ihhhealthcare.com Or call 0917-526-7576. Follow them on Facebook on facebook.com/mountelizabethhospitalsgphilippines office.
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