Tag: prostate cancer

A new consensus on MRI follow-up after focal therapy for prostate cancer offers fresh guidelines for detecting recurrence. Learn how these recommendations can enhance patient outcomes and standardize MRI protocols. keep reading

New research reveals that some prostate cancer patients have higher testosterone levels in certain areas of the body, which may lead to more aggressive cancer. Keep reading to learn more about the implications of 'sneaky testosterone' on prostate cancer outcomes and how this finding could impact the way aggressive prostate cancer is diagnosed and treated. keep reading

Research shows that only three needles may be required for an accurate in-bore MRI-guided biopsy. This approach reduces patient discomfort, shortens procedure time, and maintains high diagnostic accuracy compared to traditional methods involving more needles. keep reading

A diagnosis of prostate cancer can stir up a range of emotions, from fear to stress, leaving many patients feeling overwhelmed. Learn how prostate cancer affects mental health and discover effective support strategies to help cope with the emotional roller coaster during diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. keep reading

Prostate cancer is a serious diagnosis, but did you know your overall health could play a critical role in your survival? Discover how conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and even depression can increase prostate cancer mortality—and what you can do to stay healthy and reduce your risk. keep reading

Fish oil supplements are widely known for their heart and brain health benefits, but do they pose a risk during prostate surgery? This post explores the latest research, addressing concerns about fish oil and bleeding risk, while shedding light on its potential impact on prostate cancer outcomes. keep reading

“Fake news.” It’s a term that creates more uncertainty than clarity. If everyone started labeling everything as fake news, how can anyone tell fact from fiction? And yet, we are increasingly bombarded with medical “facts” as we enter disease search terms in our search engines and smartphone apps. The abundance of information is amplified by keep reading

Based on the standard five-letter grading system (A, B, C, D, F), getting your report card may or may not have been a time of dread. However, that system did not raise every kid’s anxiety until its universal adoption by U.S. schools in the 1940s. Were you ever curious as to why the letter E keep reading

No radiologist was born knowing how to interpret MRI scans of the prostate gland. They must be trained to interpret images, and the rate at which they improve is called their learning curve. According to Rosencrantz et al. (2017), At a basic level, by seeing many cases, radiologists experience innate self-directed visual learning, even without keep reading

MRI is replacing outdated prostate cancer detection methods, offering better accuracy and fewer unnecessary biopsies. Learn how this advanced screening tool is transforming patient care and reducing the risks associated with traditional PSA and biopsy pathways. keep reading