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Let's Talk About Post-Prostatectomy Incontinence Treatments
Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer diagnosed in men, aside from skin cancer. In 2025, nearly 314,000 men in the United States will receive a prostate cancer diagnosis.
Our goal is to eliminate cancerous cells and stop the disease from spreading. This might include removing the prostate entirely. Known as a prostatectomy, about 90,000 American men undergo this surgery each year.
As an expert in helping men navigate prostate cancer, Dr. Robert J. Cornell has extensive experience performing prostatectomies. Our team is also well-versed in post-prostatectomy incontinence (PPI), which affects 5-10% of men who undergo the procedure.
The good news? For most men, PPI improves over time as the body heals, and effective solutions exist. Learn more below.
Post-prostatectomy incontinence is mostly temporary
If surgery affects structures like the sphincters that control urination, these often heal over time. And if nerves around your bladder sustain damage during the procedure, these typically grow back.
Most men recover from PPI within the first year after their radical prostatectomy, but that doesn’t mean we can’t help along the way.
Treating early post-prostatectomy incontinence
If you experience incontinence during the first weeks and months after your prostatectomy, we can help you regain urinary control with:
- Prescription medications for urge incontinence
- Pelvic floor strengthening exercises
- Injections of bulking agents into your urethra
- Lifestyle recommendations, such as avoiding caffeine
- Bladder training to establish a regular schedule
Often, we combine more than one of these approaches to maximize results.
Treating ongoing post-prostatectomy incontinence
If PPI persists despite your best efforts after 9-12 months, we might recommend more aggressive solutions.
AMS 800™ Urinary Control System
If you still struggle with incontinence because the sphincter between your bladder and urethra isn’t working properly, Dr. Cornell may recommend the AMS 800™ Urinary Control System, an artificial sphincter designed to restore control. Dr. Cornell places the device through a small incision in the scrotum during a minimally invasive, outpatient procedure.
AdVance™ Male Sling System
With this procedure, Dr. Cornell places synthetic mesh around your urethra to support more controlled urination and prevent leakage.
Get relief with a personalized treatment plan
From physical therapy to surgery, we offer a wide range of treatments for post-prostatectomy incontinence, and we’re confident we can find a solution for you.
To explore your options, contact our Houston office to schedule a consultation.
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