Journal article
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; Thom 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
Publication Date
August 1, 2010
DOI
10.5489/cuaj.09166
ISSN
1911-6470