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Paraplegia and prostatic cancer.

R M Jameson

    European Urology
    |January 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Prostate cancer metastasis can cause paraplegia but offers a better prognosis than other malignant diseases. Many patients experience long-term survival and rehabilitation after diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

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    Area of Science:

    • Oncology
    • Neurology
    • Urology

    Background:

    • Paraplegia from malignant disease typically indicates a poor prognosis with limited survival.
    • Metastatic prostate carcinoma is an exception, potentially leading to prolonged survival despite causing paraplegia or quadraplegia.

    Observation:

    • This study analyzed 24 men with paraplegia due to prostate cancer.
    • A significant majority (20/24) survived over 5 years post-paralysis onset, with 18 achieving rehabilitation.

    Findings:

    • The spinal origin of prostate cancer metastasis may not be initially evident, with standard spinal X-rays often negative.
    • Elevated serum acid phosphatase levels were noted in several cases.
    • Diagnosis can be confirmed via prostate biopsy or examination of spinal cord compression tissue during laminectomy.

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    Implications:

    • Laminectomy is reserved for patients with rapidly progressing neurological deficits.
    • Orchidectomy is the preferred treatment over hormonal therapy (estrogens) in elderly patients due to reduced cardiovascular risks.