More on PET scans and their role in prostate cancer detection

A few days ago we suggested that the role of positron emission tomography (PET scanning) as a diagnostic and prognostic tool in patients with prostate cancer was probably best limited to research studies at major medical centers at the present time. A recent study from Germany appears to confirm this suggestion. … READ MORE …

PET scanning and prostate cancer management today

The role of positron emission tomography or PET scanning in the work-up and management of prostate cancer patients is evolving. … READ MORE …

More weekend news reports: April 19, 2009

The reports discussed below deal with:

  • Positron emission tomography in prostate cancer management
  • HIFU and cryotherapy in focal therapy for prostate cancer
  • Does a prior TURP affect outcomes to radical prostatectomy? … READ MORE …