The pelvic anatomic index is an independent predictor for the difficulty of radical prostatectomy.

Mehmet Esat Kosem Hasan Yilmaz Ali Kemal Uslubas Ibrahim Erkut Avci Kerem Teke Ozdal Dillioglugil

Published in: International urology and nephrology (2022)

PAI significantly correlated with almost all surgical parameters and was a significant independent predictor of favorable surgery. PAI can enable the physician to select and discuss individualized treatment options for patients during preoperative planning.

Keyphrases

radical prostatectomy
prostate cancer
end stage renal disease
newly diagnosed

ejection fraction
minimally invasive
emergency department

primary care
peritoneal dialysis
prognostic factors

patients undergoing
rectal cancer
surgical site infection