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Schistosomiasis and prostate cancer

R J Cohen1, S G Edgar, K Cooper

  • 1Department of Pathology, University of Auckland, NZ.

Pathology
|April 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Schistosomiasis, a parasitic disease, may be linked to prostate cancer in young men. This study reports three cases of co-existing schistosomiasis and prostate adenocarcinoma in unusually young patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Oncology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Schistosomiasis is endemic in certain regions and linked to bladder, colorectal, and renal cancers.
  • Bladder cancer incidence is higher and occurs earlier in schistosomiasis-endemic areas.
  • The association between schistosomiasis and prostate cancer is not well-established.

Observation:

  • This report details three cases of co-existent schistosomiasis and prostatic adenocarcinoma.
  • The patients presented with prostate cancer at unusually young ages.
  • This suggests a potential, though unproven, link between the parasitic infection and the malignancy.

Findings:

  • Three young patients with prostatic adenocarcinoma were found to have schistosomiasis.
  • The co-occurrence in young individuals is noteworthy and warrants further investigation.
  • This case series highlights a potential etiological role for schistosomiasis in prostate cancer.

Implications:

  • Further research is needed to confirm a causal relationship between schistosomiasis and prostate cancer.
  • Early screening for prostate cancer in young men from endemic areas might be considered.
  • Understanding this association could impact cancer prevention and treatment strategies in affected populations.

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