Radical radiotherapy for carcinoma of the prostate

The results of treatment of carcinoma of the prostate with radical radiotherapy are presented. The principal aim has been to attempt cure, and only those free of secondary involvement have been irradiated. A total tumour dose of approximately 6000 rad has been administered to localised field encompassing the prostate. The treatment has been well tolerated. Our series of 42 patients was followed from one to eight years and the results are encouraging.