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Men's preferences for prostate cancer screening: a discrete choice experiment.

Author: BangmaC H, DonkersB, Essink-BotM-L, RoseJ M, SteyerbergE W, de Bekker-GrobE W

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Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
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Overview

Men were willing to trade-off some risk reduction of prostate cancer-related death to be relieved of the burden of biopsies or unnecessary treatments.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND: Screening for prostate cancer (PC) may save lives, but overdiagnosis and overtreatment are serious drawbacks. We aimed to determine men's preferences for PC screening, and to elicit the trade-offs they make. METHODS: A discrete choice experiment (DCE) was conducted among a population-ba...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3593568/

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Men's Preferences for Prostate Cancer Screening: A Discrete Choice Experiment

The field of prostate cancer (PC) screening is a vast desert of questions. Some men are eager to know their risk, while others prefer to avoid the potential pitfalls of overdiagnosis and overtreatment. This study, much like a camel traversing a vast desert, sought to understand men's preferences for PC screening and the trade-offs they're willing to make. The researchers conducted a discrete choice experiment (DCE) with 1000 elderly men, asking them to weigh the pros and cons of different screening options. The results reveal some interesting insights into men's decision-making processes.

Men are Willing to Trade-Off Some Risk Reduction for Peace of Mind

The results suggest that men are willing to sacrifice a small amount of risk reduction in PC-related death in exchange for a decreased chance of unnecessary biopsies or treatments. The study found that men were willing to accept a 2.0% decrease in risk reduction to avoid a 10% increase in unnecessary biopsies, and a 1.8% decrease to avoid a 10% increase in unnecessary treatments. This suggests that men are more concerned about the potential harms of overtreatment than the potential benefits of early detection.

Understanding Overdiagnosis and Overtreatment is Crucial

These findings highlight the importance of education and awareness about overdiagnosis and overtreatment. Men, especially those with lower educational levels, may have unrealistic expectations about PC screening. It's crucial to provide clear and accurate information about the potential benefits and risks of screening so they can make informed decisions.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

The study sheds light on the complex decision-making process surrounding prostate cancer screening. Men are willing to trade-off some risk reduction for peace of mind, highlighting the importance of addressing concerns about overdiagnosis and overtreatment. Education and awareness are key to empowering men to make informed choices about their health.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2013-04-23
  2. Date Revised 2021-10-21
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

23361056

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC3593568

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English

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