prostatectomy
Americannoun
plural
prostatectomiesnoun
Etymology
Origin of prostatectomy
Example Sentences
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Montell Jordan, the son of South L.A. who shot to fame in 1995 with the hit “This Is How We Do It,” says his prostate cancer has returned despite having a radical prostatectomy last year.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 3, 2025
On Dec. 22, Mr. Austin underwent a prostatectomy, the removal of all or part of the prostate gland, to treat prostate cancer.
From New York Times • May 24, 2024
He spent two weeks in the hospital following complications from a prostatectomy.
From Seattle Times • May 24, 2024
Current treatment methods for prostate cancer include androgen ablation, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and radical prostatectomy, but are ineffective against advanced prostate cancers.
From Science Daily • Feb. 13, 2024
He opted for a radical prostatectomy, after which patients are fitted with a catheter which is later removed, commonly followed by urinary incontinence.
From BBC • Aug. 19, 2023
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