Surgery no better than observation for localised prostate cancer

Men with prostate cancer which has not spread have been found to live just as long as those who have had prostate-removal surgery.

It is becoming more common to monitor patients with regular tests, rectal exams, and biopsies to see if the cancer is becoming more of a threat as opposed to undergoing surgery early.

It is important that men discuss the possible risks and benefits of a prostate cancer screening with their doctor.

Read more at University of Minnesota

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  1. John Coochey

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    This article cannot be taken seriously unless you think that treatment does not cure prostate cancer, the group was not randomized. Given the side effects of conventional treatment those with minor symptoms or more elderly would have less likelihood of undergoing treatment so might well have the same or better life expectancy.

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    2. Chris O'Neill

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      In reply to Chris O'Neill

      "1 prostate cancer death avoided for every 48 treatments"

      They actually said 1 cancer death prevented for every 48 treatments.

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