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Cancer; Men's Health

Genetic testing for prostate cancer: What men and their families should know

Prostate cancer can run in the family. Explore how genetic counseling can help families understand and potentially treat a range of genetic cancers.

• Parker Read, M.S.

September 10, 2020

Cancer

Prostate Cancer Awareness Guide

Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men. Use this guide to understand the risks, treatment options, and more.

June 14, 2017

Cancer

Hormone therapy helps some prostate cancer survivors live longer

After prostate gland removal, cancer returns in up to 30% of men. But a 2017 study found that hormone-blockers plus radiation can prevent recurrence.

• Claus Roehrborn, M.D.
• Neil Desai, M.D.

February 8, 2017

Cancer

PSA tests: Can they save men from prostate cancer?

PSA blood tests are controversial in screening for prostate cancer. But Dr. Roehrborn says they save lives.

• Claus Roehrborn, M.D.

October 11, 2016

Cancer

UTSW teams exceed 1,000 targeted prostate biopsies

Dr. Claus Roehrborn and colleagues in Urology and Radiology are using a new, targeted biopsy method for prostate cancer that’s more effective than standard biopsies – and they’ve just reached a significant milestone.

• Claus Roehrborn, M.D.
• Ivan Pedrosa, M.D., Ph.D.

October 6, 2016

Cancer

Treating prostate cancer with radiation

Dr. Folkert explains radiation therapy options for prostate cancer, including a new trial to reduce treatment side effects.

September 2, 2015

Cancer

Seeing Is Believing

An enhanced way of imaging prostate cancer is facilitating diagnosis and expanding treatment options.

December 31, 2013