It is aimed at localized forms of cancer, discovered at an early stage. The goal is to cure the patient by completely removing the tumor.
We will talk about total or partial nephrectomy in the event of a kidney tumor.
Total or radical prostatectomy allows removal of the prostate and seminal vesicles associated with restoration of continuity by direct suturing of the bladder to the remaining urethra.
Total cystectomy is the total excision of the bladder, prostate and seminal vesicles with urinary diversion internally (making a new bladder) or externally (towards the skin).