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European collaborative group on prostate brachytherapy: preliminary report in 1175 patients
S Langley1, R Laing, A Henderson
1Department of Urology, St Luke's Cancer Centre, Royal Surrey County Hospital, Stirling Road, Guildford, Surrey GU2 5XX, UK. stephen.langley@dial.pipex.com
European Urology
|October 12, 2004
Summary
A European database of brachytherapy patients shows optimal patient selection for prostate cancer treatment. This data will refine treatment strategies and guide other centers in establishing the procedure.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Medical Physics
Background:
- Brachytherapy is an established treatment for prostate cancer.
- Multi-center data collection is crucial for refining treatment protocols.
Purpose of the Study:
- To establish a multi-center database of European patients treated with brachytherapy.
- To analyze patient selection, outcomes, and side-effects for treatment optimization.
Main Methods:
- A database was created, registering 1175 patient files.
- Data completeness allowed for the inclusion of the majority of patients in the analysis.
Main Results:
- The database indicates optimal patient selection for brachytherapy.
- Future analyses will focus on outcomes and side-effects.
- The data will guide treatment refinement and support other centers.
Conclusions:
- Brachytherapy is a well-established treatment option for prostate cancer across numerous European centers.
- The established database provides a foundation for future prospective studies.