In a nutshell The authors aimed to determine whether multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging (mpMRI)/ultrasound fusion biopsy improves Gleason grade detection compared to systematic biopsy in active surveillance. The authors concluded that due to the low sensitivity of mpMRI for detecting cancer grade 7 or higher, systematic biopsy will still need...
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Looking 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 MoreAre MRI-ultrasound guided biopsies effective during active surveillance?
In a nutshell This study examined the effectiveness of biopsies guided by imaging techniques in detecting prostate cancer upgrades during active surveillance. Researchers advised that clinicians may consider using both systematic (conventional) and imaging guided biopsies during active surveillance. Some background Some men with low- or...
Read MoreSearching for men undergoing active surveillance for low risk prostate cancer
In a nutshell This phase III trial aims to evaluate if metformin (Glucophage) can delay the time to progression in men with low-risk prostate cancer. The main outcome to be investigated is disease progression based on the need for treatment or biopsy results. The trial is recruiting in several locations in Canada. The details Metformin is a drug...
Read MoreMonitoring prostate cancer: Imaging-guided biopsies examined
In a nutshell This study evaluated recent evidence comparing standard systematic biopsies to imaging-guided biopsies in measuring prostate cancer growth. While there was no clear advantage of imaging-guided biopsies over standard systematic biopsies, researchers concluded that a combination of the two techniques provides the highest accuracy. Some...
Read MoreLow-risk prostate cancer: Predictors of disease progression during active surveillance
In a nutshell This review examined predictors of disease progression in low-risk prostate cancer during active surveillance. Researchers concluded that certain blood markers, biopsy results, and ethnicity could help predict which patients were more likely to experience disease progression. Some background Active surveillance of prostate...
Read MoreImaging technology can help identify risk of cancer progression
In a nutshell This study examined the effectiveness of multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging (mpMRI) in predicting cancer progression during active surveillance. Researchers concluded that mpMRI adds value to biopsy results in identifying the risk of cancer progressing. Some background Active surveillance is common in low-risk...
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