Anatomic Considerations for Radical Retropubic Prostatectomy in an Achondroplastic Dwarf

This is the first report of a radical retropubic prostatectomy (RRP) in an achondroplastic dwarf. We highlight the pelvic anatomy, precluding laparoscopic or robotic prostatectomy, and making open surgery extremely difficult. We review relevant literature regarding general, urological, and orthopedi...

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Main Authors: Dennis Gyomber, David Angus, Nathan Lawrentschuk
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2009-01-01
Series:The Scientific World Journal
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1100/tsw.2009.24
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