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Prostate cancer in Asia: A collaborative report.
1Department of Urology, Shanghai Changhai Hospital, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, China.
Asian Journal of Urology
|March 8, 2018
Summary
Prostate cancer (PCa) incidence is rising rapidly in Asia, shifting from historically lower rates. This report details PCa epidemiology, risk factors, and treatment trends for Asian populations.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Epidemiology
- Urology
Background:
- Prostate cancer (PCa) incidence was historically lower in Asian populations compared to Western countries.
- Recent years show a rapid increase in PCa incidence and mortality rates in several Asian nations.
- This epidemiological shift necessitates updated understanding and management strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize current prostate cancer epidemiology in Asian populations.
- To review identified risk factors and racial disparities in PCa.
- To present the latest trends in surgical management and novel agents for castration-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC).
Main Methods:
- Collaborative report synthesizing recent epidemiological data.
- Review of risk factors and racial differences in PCa diagnosis.
- Analysis of current surgical management and emerging treatments for CRPC.
Main Results:
- Significant increase in prostate cancer incidence and mortality observed in Asian populations.
- Identification of key epidemiological trends and risk factors specific to Asian men.
- Overview of advancements in surgical techniques and novel therapeutic agents for advanced PCa.
Conclusions:
- The rising prostate cancer burden in Asia requires urgent attention and tailored clinical strategies.
- Understanding epidemiological shifts and racial differences is crucial for effective PCa management.
- This report provides valuable insights for clinicians, researchers, and policymakers involved in prostate cancer care.
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