Good News for the fight against Prostate Cancer

The fight against prostate cancer has received a welcome boost with the introduction of the Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy.

This surgery which is presently being offered only at the Cornwall Regional Hospital is a modern form of radical prostatectomy, an operation for prostate cancer. Contrasted with the original open form of the surgery, laparoscopic radical prostatectomy does not make a large incision. Instead, it is minimally invasive and relies on modern technologies.

There are many benefits to be derived from this surgery namely:

• Smaller scar
• Significantly less blood loss
• Less post-operative pain
• Shorter hospital stay
• Quicker return to work

Dr. Roy McGregor (right), Consultant Urological Surgeon - CRH

The surgery is presently being pioneered by Dr Roy McGregor Consultant Urological Surgeon at Cornwall Regional Hospital. Dr .McGregor is well equipped to pioneer this surgery as he did a 2 1/2 year fellowship in Australia sub specializing in laparoscopic prostate and kidney surgery. The Western Region has once again solidified their place as provider of world class health services to all its clients.