Diagnosis and Clinical Management of Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer affects the prostate gland found in male reproductive system. The gland surrounds the urethra and is located below the bladder. Prostate cancer may not cause any symptoms at first, but a few symptoms can be seen in the later stages, such as pain in the back or pelvis, trouble or pain while urinating, and blood in the urine. There are several factors that enhance the risk of prostate cancer, such as family history, race and older age. Other risk factors include a diet rich in red meat and processed meat. Biopsy, used for the diagnosis of prostate cancer, can also be used to determine the presence of metastasis. In many circumstances, watchful waiting or active surveillance is used to manage the situation. Several other treatment options include radiation therapy, surgery, chemotherapy or hormone therapy. Various drugs utilized for the treatment of advanced castration-sensitive and castration-resistant prostate cancer include apalutamide, cabazitaxel, abiraterone and enzalutamide. From diagnosis to clinical management, case studies related to all contemporary topics of relevance to prostate cancer have been included in this book. Those with an interest in this disease would find it helpful.