What is a prostatostomy?

A prostatostomy is a surgical procedure that involves creating an opening in the prostate gland. This procedure is typically performed to relieve urinary obstruction due to conditions such as prostate cancer or benign prostatic hyperplasia. By establishing a new pathway for urine to flow, prostatostomy helps alleviate symptoms and improve the patient's quality of life. However, it is generally considered a last resort when other treatments have failed.