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00908 Anesthesia perineal prostatectomy

Anesthesia

Also known as: perineal prostatectomy anesthesia, perineal approach prostate anesthesia

Anesthesia for perineal prostatectomy. Covers general or regional anesthesia for surgical removal of the prostate gland through a perineal approach, typically in the exaggerated lithotomy position.

Clinical Context

Used when providing anesthesia for perineal prostatectomy, either radical for prostate cancer or simple for benign prostatic hyperplasia. Performed in exaggerated lithotomy position with associated risks of compartment syndrome, neuropathy, and hemodynamic changes from positioning.

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Specialties

anesthesiologyurology

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