A New Approach to Diagnosis and Treatment of Prostate Cancer

The prostate gland is a part of the male reproductive system. It is located slightly below the bladder and in front of the rectum. It produces a fluid which is a part of the semen. Prostate cancer is a condition that causes malignant cells to develop in the prostate tissues. The symptoms comprise frequent urinating or a weak urine flow. It is diagnosed through tests which examine the prostate and blood. A biopsy is performed to diagnose prostate cancer and determining the grade of the cancer. There are various treatments available for patients with this cancer including surgery, hormone therapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, radiation therapy and radiopharmaceutical therapy, bisphosphonate therapy, and chemotherapy. This book is compiled in such a manner, that it will provide in-depth knowledge about the assessment and management of prostate cancer. It aims to shed light on some of the unexplored aspects of this disease. This book will prove to be immensely beneficial to students and researchers in this field.