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Urinary dysfunction troubles men who undergo prostate removal

01-30-2008 · EurekAlert!

A University of Florida study in a recent issue of Urologic Nursing underscores the need for health care practitioners to educate their patients about the physical and psychological effects of prostate removal.

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