Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer found in American men, other than skin cancer. The American Cancer Society predicts there will be about 180,400 new cases of prostate cancer in the U.S. in 2000. About 31,900 men will die of the disease this year. More than eight out of 10 men with prostate cancer are over the age of 65. AEach BAT localization takes 5 to 7 minutes, which is immediately followed by the radiation treatment.
Patients typically receive daily treatments on weekdays over the course of an eight-week period.
Dr. Enke stressed that the ultrasound procedure is done on the lower abdomen and doesn't involve the use of a rectal probe, which can cause discomfort for patients. The BAT system was purchased with funds from the Charles W. and Margre H. Durham Excellence in Medicine Fund, which was established in 1998 when the Durhams made one of the largest gifts ever to benefit UNMC and its College of Medicine. B prostate cancer, arthritis and minimally invasive surgery. UNMC is the only public academic health science center in the state. Through its commitment to research, education, outreach and patient care, UNMC has established itself as one of the country's leading centers for cancer research and treatment, solid organ transplantation and arthritis.