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Gynecomastia in Patients with Prostate Cancer: A Systematic Review.

Author: CormioLuigi, ElanderAnna, FagerlundAnders, LewinRichard, PalangiLina, Santanelli di PompeoFabio, SelvaggiGennaro

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
ReviewAn article that critically examines existing research on a particular topic and summarizes the current state of knowledge in the field.
Systematic ReviewA review that systematically collects, evaluates, and integrates relevant research to answer a specific research question.

Overview

Bicalutamide-induced gynecomastia and/or mastodynia can effectively be managed by oral tamoxifen or radiotherapy without relevant side effects.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
INTRODUCTION: Gynecomastia and/or mastodynia is a common medical problem in patients receiving antiandrogen (bicalutamide or flutamide) treatment for prostate cancer; up to 70% of these patients result to be affected; furthermore, this can jeopardise patients' quality of life. AIMS: To systematical...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4550398/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Managing Gynecomastia: A Side Effect of Prostate Cancer Treatment

Gynecomastia, or breast enlargement in men, is a common side effect of antiandrogen therapy used to treat prostate cancer. This research systematically reviewed the literature on treatment options for bicalutamide-induced gynecomastia, focusing on efficacy, safety, and patient quality of life. The review found that both tamoxifen and radiotherapy were effective in managing gynecomastia, with tamoxifen generally considered more effective than radiotherapy.

A Sensitive Issue: Managing Side Effects of Cancer Treatment

This research highlights the importance of managing side effects of cancer treatment, such as gynecomastia, to improve patient quality of life.

A Multidisciplinary Approach: Cancer Care and Support

This research emphasizes the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to cancer care, involving medical professionals from different specialties to address the various needs of patients.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This research is like a compass, guiding us through the complexities of managing gynecomastia, a common side effect of prostate cancer treatment.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2016-05-24
  2. Date Revised 2018-12-02
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

26308532

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC4550398

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