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Prostate Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment by Butarbutar Melva is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Prostate carcinoma is the most common cancer after skin cancer. In 2002, 189,000 cases were diagnosed in the United States and 30,200 of those were expected to be fatal. There has been an increasing trend in cases. Factors contributing to the rise include more widespread PSA testing, greater public awareness, and increased screening. Screening involves a digital rectal exam and PSA blood test. If abnormal, a prostate biopsy is done. Treatment options depend on the patient
- Author
- Butarbutar Melva
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- EN