A cost-analysis comparison of laparoscopic radical prostatectomy versus open radical prostatectomy:the McMaster Institute of Urology experience

Abstract

At our institution, we found that LRP costs are slightly less than those for RRP. Higher operative time and disposable instrument expenses are offset by the shorter hospital stays, fewer blood transfusions and less analgesic requirements for the LRP group. Further financial advantages for LRP will likely be achieved with additional reduction of operating room time and by minimizing disposables.