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Methods: This prospective cohort study included 182 men undergoing RP who completed a standardized physiotherapy program involving pelvic floor muscle exercises, biofeedback (BFB), and ultrasound-guided training. UI severity was assessed using the 1-h pad test and recorded absorbent product use. Outcomes were evaluated at three time points: one month, three months, and six months post-catheter removal. A multiple linear regression model was used to identify the predictors of continence improvement, defined as the change in pad test result between baseline and six months. Results: Pad test results and absorbent use decreased significantly across all UI severity stages (p &lt; 0.0001). The greatest absolute improvement was observed in patients with severe incontinence at baseline (UI stage 3: mean reduction from 130.8 g to 23.7 g). Regression analysis revealed that only the baseline pad test result was significantly associated with the magnitude of improvement (\u03b2 = 0.91; 95% CI: 0.85\u20130.97, p &lt; 0.001; R2 = 0.89). Age, BMI, and time to rehabilitation were not significant predictors. Conclusions: Pelvic floor rehabilitation after RP is effective in improving continence, including in patients with severe baseline symptoms. The baseline pad test value emerged as the strongest predictor of rehabilitation response, highlighting the importance of initial assessment. 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