In a nutshell This study examined the benefits of administering local therapies before chemotherapy for prostate cancer. Researchers reported lower mortality risks for men treated with local therapies before chemotherapy. Some background Local therapies, such as surgery or radiation, are first-line treatments for localized (confined) prostate...
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Minimally invasive prostate surgery as a treatment option for older men
In a nutshell This study examined the safety and effects of minimally invasive prostate surgery in older men with localized (confined) prostate cancer. Researchers reported similar outcomes of minimally invasive prostate surgery in older patients and in younger patients. Some background Prostate surgery is a first-line treatment for localized...
Read MoreSurgery as a treatment for an infected pubic bone in prostate cancer survivors
In a nutshell This study examined the effectiveness of pubic bone removal on pain intensity associated with an infected pubic bone in prostate cancer survivors. Authors concluded that surgical treatment is an effective approach in providing long-term pain relief from an infected pubic bone. Some background Surgery and radiation are two first-line...
Read MoreSearching for men with low- to intermediate-risk prostate cancer to test precise radiation therapy guided by an imaging technique
In a nutshell This trial aims to examine stereotactic radiosurgery guided by an imaging technique in treating low- to intermediate-risk prostate cancer. The main outcome to be investigated is treatment-related side effects and treatment response. The trial is recruiting in Ohio (USA). The details Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) uses a specially...
Read MoreLooking for men undergoing active surveillance to test an 8-week couples-based stress reduction program
In a nutshell This trial aims to evaluate the effect of couples-based stress reduction exercises on prostate cancer management with active surveillance. The main outcome to be investigated is the change in psychological responses assessed by an online survey. The trial is recruiting in Illinois, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, USA. The details Many...
Read MoreThe duration of primary hormone therapy does not limit the effectiveness of secondary hormone therapy with abiraterone
In a nutshell This study examined whether the duration of primary (first round) hormone therapy impacts abiraterone (Zytiga) treatment for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC). Researchers concluded that the benefits of abiraterone were not dependent on the duration of primary hormone therapy. Some background Androgen...
Read MoreExamining the benefits of physical exercise during active surveillance
In a nutshell This review examined findings on lifestyle interventions for men with prostate cancer managed with active surveillance. The authors reported preliminary evidence on the benefits of physical exercise for men undergoing active surveillance. Some background Due to advances in the early detection of prostate cancer, many prostate tumors...
Read MoreProstate surgery versus radiation therapy: Comparing hospitalizations for treatment-related complications
In a nutshell This study compared the number of hospital admissions for treatment-related complications from prostate surgery and radiation therapy. Researchers reported higher rates of treatment-related hospitalizations following radiation therapy compared to surgery. Some background Localized prostate cancer is cancer that is confined to the...
Read MoreSurvival benefit when adding radiation therapy to hormone therapy for metastatic prostate cancer
In a nutshell The aim of this study was to examine the benefit of adding radiation therapy to androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) for metastatic prostate cancer. Researchers reported a significant survival advantage when radiation therapy was combined with ADT. Some background Metastatic prostate cancer is cancer that has spread from the prostate...
Read MoreLong-term hormone therapy and cognitive function
In a nutshell This study examined the effects of androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) on cognitive function over 3 years. Researchers reported no significant differences in cognitive function following long-term ADT compared to control participants not undergoing ADT. Some background ADT is a type of hormone therapy commonly used to treat prostate...
Read MoreImaging technology can help predict cancer recurrence after surgery
In a nutshell This study examined the imaging technique multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging (mpMRI) as a predictor of disease recurrence after prostate surgery. Researchers concluded that the addition of mpMRI results improves the prediction of disease recurrence after surgery. Some background Prostate surgery is one of the recommended...
Read MoreAdvanced Prostate Cancer: Are Immunotherapy Approaches Available?
Are there any immunotherapy approaches currently available to advanced prostate cancer patients? Patient Power Founder and Host, Andrew Schorr, leads a discussion with prostate cancer experts Dr. William Catalona of Lurie Cancer Center and Dr. Russell Szmulewitz on immunotherapy research. Dr. Szmulewitz gives a short account of immunology...
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