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Definition of Radical prostatectomy
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
Radical prostatectomy: A surgery procedure that removes the entire prostate gland plus some surrounding tissue. During the procedure the pelvic lymph nodes may also be sampled for a biopsy. The goal is to remove the cancer entirely and prevent its spread to other parts of the body.
