In a nutshell This review examined the safety and effectiveness of focal therapies for recurrent localized prostate cancer. The authors concluded that there is early evidence to suggest that focal therapies are well-tolerated and effective for recurrent localized prostate cancer. Some background Radiation therapy is a common treatment for...
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The risk of colorectal cancer after prostate cancer diagnosis
Published By : Cancer Date : Feb 25, 2016 Original Title : Risk of colorectal cancer after the diagnosis of prostate cancer: A population-based study. ...
Read MoreIs prostate surgery beneficial for older men with additional medical conditions?
In a nutshell This study examined the benefits of prostate surgery among older men with high-risk prostate cancer and additional medical conditions. Researchers concluded that prostate surgery is a suitable treatment option for older high-risk prostate cancer patients with few additional medical conditions. Some background Surgical removal of the...
Read MoreSurgery compared to radiation therapy – survival benefits in prostate cancer
In a nutshell The authors aimed to determine overall mortality (patients who died after treatment) and prostate-specific mortality (patients who died from prostate cancer after treatment) in patients who underwent prostate surgery or radiation to treat localized (confined to the prostate) prostate cancer. The authors...
Read MoreLocalized prostate cancer: Prostate surgery and radiation therapy compared
In a nutshell This study examined the effectiveness of various treatment combinations for localized prostate cancer. Researchers concluded that prostate surgery is as effective as radiation therapy, but without the need for additional hormone therapy. Some background Surgical removal of the prostate gland and radiation therapy are both...
Read MoreCombined androgen blockade before surgery for local cancers
In a nutshell This study examined the potential benefit of early intensive hormonal therapy (combined androgen blockade) in men with high-risk local prostate cancer, given before surgery. Researchers concluded that intensive hormone therapy may be more effective than standard treatment in reducing androgen levels, but seldom results in complete tumor...
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