کد مقاله | کد نشریه | سال انتشار | مقاله انگلیسی | نسخه تمام متن |
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3876767 | 1598987 | 2008 | 6 صفحه PDF | دانلود رایگان |
PurposeWe gained insights concerning outcomes associated with men who elect active surveillance for the management of localized prostate cancer.Materials and MethodsThis is a retrospective case series analysis of 40 patients diagnosed with localized prostate cancer since 1990 who elected active surveillance.ResultsA total of 31 patients remained on active surveillance for a median of 48 months (range 12 to 168). The 5-year probability of remaining on active surveillance was 74%. Most patients who abandoned this strategy did so within 33 months of diagnosis (range 12 to 84). An increasing prostate specific antigen and anxiety were the 2 most common reasons. A delay in treatment did not appear to compromise subsequent outcomes.ConclusionsMen with low grade prostate cancer can elect active surveillance and have excellent long-term results.
Journal: The Journal of Urology - Volume 180, Issue 4, October 2008, Pages 1336–1341