The better news is that, if diagnosed at an early stage, the disease is curable. Screening for Prostate Cancer A rectal examination and a blood test called a PSA are used to suggest the presence of prostate cancer. Staging refers to the determination of the extent and location of cancer involvement. Ultrasound-guided needle biospy, a method used to establish diagnosis, was developed by a member of our Urologic Oncology Team. The accuracy of this initial screening is critical to determining an appropriate treatment plan.
Surgery is a common treatment of a majority of urologic cancers including prostate cancer.
Specialized surgical techniques are available for patients for whom they are indicated. Radiation therapy has proven to be very effective in fighting prostate cancer, either by itself or in combination with surgery. At The Cancer Center, we design specific treatment approaches to take advantage of computerized 3-D planning, which reduces side effects. Radiation therapy is typically given on a daily outpatient basis for several weeks. Radioactive Seed Implantation.