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A New Technique for Treating Low-risk Prostate Cancer—Super Active Surveillance
Published on: November 7, 2025
Screening for prostate cancer: growth without control.
François Eisinger1, Jean-Yves Blay, Xavier Pivot
1Paoli-Calmettes Institute, Department of Anticipation and Follow-up of Cancer, Marseille, France. eisingerf@marseille.fnclcc.fr
Summary
Prostate cancer screening in France has significantly increased, with more men undergoing tests more frequently and at younger ages. General practitioners
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- France lacks official guidelines for systematic prostate cancer screening.
- Individual choices and general practitioner (GP) recommendations currently guide screening decisions.
- Prostate cancer screening involves assessing risk and patient preference.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze trends in prostate cancer screening rates among men in France.
- To examine the influence of general practitioners on prostate cancer screening practices.
- To identify changes in screening behavior and age demographics over time.
Main Methods:
- Nationwide observational studies (surveys) conducted in France in 2005 and 2008.
- Representative samples of men aged 40-75 and general practitioners were surveyed.
- Data collected on screening status, frequency, and physician recommendations.
Main Results:
- Prostate cancer screening increased from 36% in 2005 to 49% in 2008 among men aged 50-75.
- Screening frequency increased, with 74% of screened men in 2008 reporting screening within the past year, up from 51% in 2005.
- GP recommendations for systematic screening rose from 58% in 2005 to 65% in 2008.
Conclusions:
- Significant rise in prostate cancer screening observed in France, with increased uptake, frequency, and earlier initiation.
- The typical age for initiating prostate cancer screening is around 50 years.
- Further research may be needed to establish official screening guidelines.
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