Researchers have found long-term evidence that actively monitoring localized prostate cancer is a safe alternative to immediate surgery or radiation.
The results, released Saturday, are encouraging for men who want to avoid treatment-related sexual and incontinence problems, said Dr. Stacy Loeb, a prostate cancer specialist at NYU Langone Health who was not involved in the research.
"There was no difference in prostate cancer mortality at 15 years between the groups," Loeb said. And prostate cancer survival for all three groups was high — 97% regardless of treatment approach."That's also very good news." Men diagnosed with localized prostate cancer shouldn't panic or rush treatment decisions, said lead author Dr. Freddie Hamdy of the University of Oxford. Instead, they should"consider carefully the possible benefits and harms caused by the treatment options."Researchers followed more than 1,600 U.K. men who agreed to be randomly assigned to get surgery, radiation or active monitoring.
At 15 years, cancer had spread in 9.4% of the active-monitoring group, 4.7% of the surgery group and 5% of the radiation group. The study was started in 1999, and experts said today's monitoring practices are better, with MRI imaging and gene tests guiding decisions.
Brasil Últimas Notícias, Brasil Manchetes
Similar News:Você também pode ler notícias semelhantes a esta que coletamos de outras fontes de notícias.
Bay Area researchers track emperor penguins in Antarctic to study effects of climate changeNew data suggests a marine heat event could further destabilize Antarctica's massive ice shelves -- and the penguin habitat.
Consulte Mais informação »
Researchers tackle chronic kidney diseaseChronic kidney disease has become one of the leading causes of death worldwide. The stakes are high, and research is advancing on multiple fronts
Consulte Mais informação »
Researchers say this blood test can help determine if you have anxietyA recent Indiana University study suggests there may be a more objective option when it comes to diagnosing anxiety disorders.
Consulte Mais informação »
Researchers Decipher the Inner Workings of a BacteriumA comprehensive understanding of metabolism enables the prediction of the growth of a crucial environmental microbe. A group led by Professor Ralf Rabus, a microbiologist at the University of Oldenburg, and his Ph.D. student Patrick Becker has made significant advancements in comprehending the cell
Consulte Mais informação »
Daylight saving time is springing forward, but your sleep may be lagging behindDaylight saving time starts Sunday, and everyone will lose an hour of sleep -- which most people can't afford to lose, according to new data.
Consulte Mais informação »
Brain Fog: Is inflammation to blame?Now, cancer researchers want to know what role chronic inflammation caused by physical or emotional stress can play on a patient’s cognition.
Consulte Mais informação »