Cadaveric Analysis of Periprostatic Nerve Distribution: An Anatomical Basis for High Anterior Release During Radical Prostatectomy?

Abstract

Simple numerical nerve quantification may be insufficient to accurately describe the periprostatic neural distribution. Calculating nerve bundle cross-sectional area confirmed that most neural tissue is in the posterolateral region, although the proportion located anterior increases from base to apex. Thus, higher release of the periprostatic fascia may be indicated toward the apex.