Subcutaneous Fat Distribution is a Prognostic Biomarker for Men with Castration Resistant Prostate Cancer

Patients with a subcutaneous fat index of 39.9 cm2/m2 or greater at the diagnosis of castration resistant prostate cancer showed higher progression-free and cancer specific survival rates than those with a subcutaneous fat index of less 39.9 cm2/m2 at diagnosis. The subcutaneous fat index determined by computerized tomography data could serve as a useful objective prognostic factor to discuss patient therapeutic options. Further studies are needed to define the roles of each body composition parameter in relation to pharmacokinetics and oncologic outcome.