Prostate cancer is one of the leading malignancies and the second cause of cancer deaths among men. This treatment has become widely available in the last few years as an alternative to radical prostectomy, the surgery that is the most common treatment for localized prostate cancer. The advent of high-powered computers and ultrasound permits more precise placement of seeds, which are smaller than grains of rice. This procedure is done in an outpatient setting and requires only a few visits for complete treatment. Top of Page Sup port Comprehensive cancer care involves more than technical treatment.
Total care addresses a person s spiritual, emotional, and educational needs.
Hospital professionals and the medical staff at The Washington Hospital, in conjunction with the American Cancer Society, provide information, assistance, and counseling and offer a number of support groups to those who live with cancer. Education and screening programs help to promote early detection and prevention. The hospital also has a hospice program for patients with life-limiting illnesses. At The Washington Hospital, the needs of the whole person are addressed with compassion, concern, and respect.