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A Urologist's Personal View of Prostate Cancer
1Department of Urology, Eastern Virginia Medical School Urology of Virginia, USA.
Turkish Journal of Urology
|September 17, 2016
Summary
This article reviews advanced prostate cancer treatments, including surgery, hormone therapy, and radio/immunotherapy. It discusses the evolving roles of established and novel therapeutic strategies.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Oncology
Background:
- Advanced prostate cancer presents complex treatment challenges.
- Multiple therapeutic modalities exist, each with unique benefits and drawbacks.
Purpose of the Study:
- To share a urologist's clinical experience with various advanced prostate cancer treatments.
- To evaluate the efficacy and applicability of traditional and emerging therapies.
Main Methods:
- Personal clinical experience with surgical interventions.
- Review of hormonal therapies.
- Assessment of radio/immunotherapeutic approaches.
Main Results:
- Surgical options provide definitive local control in select cases.
- Hormonal therapies remain a cornerstone for systemic management.
- Radiotherapy and immunotherapy offer valuable alternatives and adjuncts.
Conclusions:
- A multimodal approach is often necessary for advanced prostate cancer.
- Continuous evaluation of treatment outcomes is crucial for optimizing patient care.
- Integration of novel therapies holds promise for improved survival and quality of life.
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