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Susan Doyle-Lindrud¹

¹Gallo Prostate Cancer Center, Cancer Institute of New Jersey, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA. smd9@columbia.edu

Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing

|December 8, 2007

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Prostate cancer is a common cancer in men. This case study details a patient's journey from diagnosis through end-of-life, highlighting the physical and psychosocial impacts of prostate cancer and its treatment.

Area of Science:

Oncology
Urology

Background:

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in men and the second leading cause of cancer-related death.
The 10-year survival rate for prostate cancer is high (93%), indicating many men live with the disease long-term.

Observation:

This case study follows a single patient's experience with prostate cancer.
The patient's journey encompasses diagnosis, treatment decision-making, and end-of-life care.

Findings:

The study highlights the significant physical and psychosocial implications of prostate cancer and its treatments.
These implications affect not only the patient but also their spouse and family.

Implications:

The case study discusses implications for clinical practice, emphasizing holistic patient care.

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It also suggests directions for future research in prostate cancer management and survivorship.