Primary cryotherapy for localised or locally advanced prostate cancer.

Author: ColesBernadette, DahmPhilipp, GoldfarbRobert, JungJae Hung, ReddyBalaji, RiskMichael C

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Original Abstract of the Article :
Traditionally, radical prostatectomy and radiotherapy with or without androgen deprivation therapy have been the main treatment options to attempt to cure men with localised or locally advanced prostate cancer. Cryotherapy is an alternative option for treatment of prostate cancer that involves freez...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6494517/

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

Cryotherapy for Prostate Cancer: A New Frontier

The quest for [effective prostate cancer treatment] continues, with [cryotherapy] emerging as a potential alternative to [traditional approaches] like [radical prostatectomy and radiotherapy]. This review examines the [efficacy and tolerability] of [cryotherapy] in treating [localized or locally advanced prostate cancer], comparing it to other established treatment options.

Exploring the Potential of Cryotherapy

The authors acknowledge that [cryotherapy] offers an alternative approach to [prostate cancer treatment], but they also highlight the need for [further research] to establish its [effectiveness] compared to other methods. It's like exploring a new oasis in the desert – we need to carefully examine the potential benefits and risks before fully embracing this new approach.

A Promising Avenue for Future Research

The authors conclude that [cryotherapy] warrants [further investigation] as a potential [treatment option] for [prostate cancer]. However, they emphasize the need for [well-designed clinical trials] to definitively assess its [efficacy and safety] and compare it to other established methods. This research journey through the desert of [prostate cancer treatment] continues, with [cryotherapy] offering a potentially promising path forward.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This review provides a valuable starting point for understanding the [potential and limitations] of [cryotherapy] for [prostate cancer treatment]. It underscores the importance of [ongoing research] to gather more evidence and refine our understanding of this emerging approach. Like a camel venturing into uncharted desert territory, we must proceed with caution and a spirit of exploration as we seek the best possible treatments for those facing this disease.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2018-07-09
  2. Date Revised 2023-01-11
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

29845595

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC6494517

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English

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