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Prostate cancer screening: When should you have the test?

By on Thursday, May 9th, 2013 | No Comments

The American Urological Association announced it now supports new guidelines that say routine screening for prostate cancer is no longer recommended for men …

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Routine PSA Tests No Longer Recommended – American Urological Association

By on Saturday, May 4th, 2013 | No Comments

Members of the American Urological Association (AUA) recently got together and made a series of new recommendations concerning prostate cancer screening. They now discourage screening men who are at average-risk under the age 55. The AUA says that men should be particularly cautious before making the decision to go through with the screening and weigh the benefits against the potential harms…

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For Low-Risk Prostate Cancer, Surgery Or Radiation, Not Monitoring, Most Often Sought

By on Tuesday, October 16th, 2012 | No Comments

Few physicians recommend active surveillance for low-risk prostate cancer rather than pursuing surgery or radiation, according to a Mayo Clinic study presented at the North Central Section of the American Urological Association’s annual meeting in Chicago. Mayo Clinic urologists also discussed findings on enlarged prostates, bladder cancer and other research…

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Mayo Clinic urologists present findings at American Urological Association annual meeting

By on Saturday, May 26th, 2012 | No Comments

Mayo Clinic researchers presented findings on prostate cancer risk, screening, treatment and other urological research at the annual meeting of the American Urological Association May 19–23 in Atlanta. In one study, of adjuvant hormonal therapy following radical prostatectomy, researchers found no adverse impact in overall survival of patients even when other health factors, specifically cardiovascular disease, were taken into account.

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Duke study finds cholesterol-lowering drugs may slow benign prostate growth

By on Wednesday, May 23rd, 2012 | No Comments

Statin drugs prescribed to treat high cholesterol may also work to slow benign prostate growth in men who have elevated PSA levels, according to an analysis led by researchers at Duke University Medical Center. The finding, presented at the annual meeting of the American Urological Association, provides additional insight into the effects statins have on the prostate. Previous studies at Duke and elsewhere had found a link between the cholesterol drugs and lower levels of PSA, a protein produced by the prostate that is often elevated by cancer or by non-lethal prostatic diseases.

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Beth Israel/Harvard study finds relief of urinary symptoms is an underappreciated benefit of early stage prostate cancer treatment

By on Tuesday, May 22nd, 2012 | No Comments

Treatment of early stage prostate cancer can also result in improved quality of life for a subgroup of men who suffer from lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), according to an abstract of a Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-led study presented to the American Urological Association. LUTS, which includes problems of frequent or urgent urination, particularly at night, is a common problem that affects approximately 40 percent of men, a percentage that rises with age. It is not a reason to suspect prostate cancer.

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Patients Treated In Early Stages Of Prostate Cancer Relieved Of Urinary Symptoms

By on Monday, May 21st, 2012 | No Comments

Treatment of early stage prostate cancer can also result in improved quality of life for a subgroup of men who suffer from lower urinary tract symptoms , according to an abstract of a Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-led study presented to the American Urological Association.

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The Utility of PSADv (PSA Density Velocity) While on Dutasteride for Predicting Prostate Cancer Incidence and Grade and Stage

By on Saturday, December 3rd, 2011 | No Comments

Condition :   Prostate Cancer Intervention :   Sponsor :   University Urological Associates Inc. Not yet recruiting – verified November 2011

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Movers & Shakers for Oct. 16, 2011

By on Sunday, October 16th, 2011 | No Comments

… including the American Urological Association). His special interests include minimally invasive robotic treatment for prostate cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia, erectile dysfunction and stone disease. Based in Franklin, Tri-County Medical is …

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Important information for men

By on Thursday, September 8th, 2011 | No Comments

… in conjunction with the American Urological Association Foundation and Los Robles Hospital, is celebrating Prostate Cancer Awareness month by hosting education campaigns throughout the country. Know Your Stats about prostate …

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