Robot surgery vs. open surgery: which is cheaper for prostate cancer?
NCT ID NCT01577836
First seen Nov 21, 2025 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 24 times
Summary
This study looked at the total cost of care over 5 years for men with localized prostate cancer who had either robot-assisted surgery or open surgery. Researchers tracked all medical expenses from the surgery itself to follow-up care. The goal was to see which approach is more cost-effective for the healthcare system.
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Locations
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APHM - Hôpital de la Conception
Marseille, 13385, France
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CHU de Nîmes - Hôpital Universitaire Carémeau
Nîmes, 30029, France
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Clinique Beau Soleil
Montpellier, 34070, France
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