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Meaning of open prostatectomy: An operation to remove part or all of the prostate gland through an incision in the lower abdomen or perineum (the area between the anus and scrotum).

Definition of open prostatectomy

An operation to remove part or all of the prostate gland through an incision in the lower abdomen or perineum (the area between the anus and scrotum). An open prostatectomy may be done to remove an enlarged prostate gland in benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or as a treatment for prostate cancer.

Written and maintained by James Murray Last updated July 21, 2026 Educational reference, not medical advice. Read the limitations.

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