UPDATE - Issue 26 - Summer 2006
Take pride
Javel Pradip from the Mid Cheshire Trust writes
'I have carried out laparoscopic radical prostatectomies for localised prostate cancer for over 18 months. The technique offers advantages with reduced blood loss, improved potency preservation and earlier recovery. A voice activated robotic arm for camera assistance has helped the progress of my team and the early learning curve. However, there is always more to learn so my team (regular theatre staff) decided to visit centres of excellence to improve technique and theatre ergonomics.
Our Trust was unable to support us with this venture but Prostate Research Campaign UK kindly agreed to do so. We travelled to Leipzig to attend Prof Stolzenburg's operating sessions last November at a total cost of some £1,700.
Since returning we have noticed improved and quicker port placement, no surgical emphysema, and a marked reduction in operating times. I hope this makes your supporters feel proud. It should do so.'