Prostate Cancer Review: Genetics, Diagnosis, Treatment Options, and Alternative Approaches
University of the Free State · Central University of Technology · +1 more institution
Abstract
Prostate cancer is one of the malignancies that affects men and significantly contributes to increased mortality rates in men globally. Patients affected with prostate cancer present with either a localized or advanced disease. In this review, we aim to provide a holistic overview of prostate cancer, including the diagnosis of the disease, mutations leading to the onset and progression of the disease, and treatment options. Prostate cancer diagnoses include a digital rectal examination, prostate-specific antigen analysis, and prostate biopsies. Mutations in certain genes are linked to the onset, progression, and metastasis of the cancer. Treatment for localized prostate cancer encompasses active surveillance,…
Citation impact
- FWCI
- 112.72
- Percentile
- 100%
- References
- 215
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6Topics & keywords
- Prostate cancer
- Medicine
- Prostatectomy
- Oncology
- Radiation therapy
- Androgen deprivation therapy
- Cancer
- Disease
- Good health and well-being