Detecting and Treating Metastatic Prostate Cancer in Men Over 70
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Times of India
The article discusses the complexities of screening and treating metastatic prostate cancer in men over 70, highlighting that while routine PSA testing is generally not recommended due to slow disease progression and potential treatment side effects, individual decisions should be made based on health status. It covers modern diagnostic tools like MRI and PSMA scans, advances in treatment such as hormone therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted radiation, and emphasizes that recent progress has improved survival rates and management of the disease in older men.
