Glossary of terms used on this site
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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. |