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A cost-analysis comparison of laparoscopic radical prostatectomy versus open radical prostatectomy: the McMaster Institute of Urology experience

Abstract

Introduction: The objective of this study was to identify and compare the costs of laparoscopic radical prostatectomy (LRP) and radical retropubic prostatectomy (RRP) at our centre. Methods: We conducted a retrospective chart review of our first 70 consecutive LRP cases and 70 consecutive RRP cases at St. Joseph’s Healthcare in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. We performed cost analysis, including operating room costs, disposable instruments, blood …

Authors

Al-Shaiji TF; Kanaroglou N; Thoma A; Prowse C; Comondore V; Orovan W; Piercey K; Whelan P; Winter L; Matsumoto ED

Journal

Canadian Urological Association Journal, Vol. 4, No. 4, pp. 237–241

Publisher

Canadian Urological Association Journal

DOI

10.5489/cuaj.871

ISSN

1911-6470