Prostate Cancer
Department of Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer develops in the prostate gland, a part of the reproductive system in men and people assigned male at birth. Many people choose active surveillance (no treatment) because prostate cancer tends to grow slowly and stay in the gland. For cancers that grow fast and spread, common treatments include radiation and surgery.
Types
1.Adenocarcinoma: Most common type, originating in glandular cells.
2.Small Cell Carcinoma: Rare and aggressive subtype.
Diagnosis
1.PSA Test: Blood test measuring prostate-specific antigen levels.
2.Digital Rectal Exam (DRE): Physical examination checking for abnormalities.
3.Biopsy: Tissue sample analysis confirms prostate cancer diagnosis.
Treatment
1.Active Surveillance: Monitoring low-risk cases without immediate treatment.
2.Surgery: Prostatectomy to remove the prostate gland.
3.Radiation Therapy: High-energy rays targeting cancer cells.
4.Hormone Therapy: Reducing testosterone levels to slow cancer growth.
5.Chemotherapy: Drugs to kill or inhibit cancer cells.
6.Immunotherapy: Boosting the immune system to fight cancer.
Prostate Cancer Overview
- Surgery Time: 2 to 4 hours
- Stay in the Country: 1 to 2 weeks
- Rehabilitation Duration: 4 to 6 weeks
- Price: €10,000 to €30,000
- Initial Consultation: Diagnosis through imaging (MRI, CT), biopsy, and consultation with a urologist.
- Pre-Surgery: Pre-operative tests to plan for prostatectomy (removal of the prostate) and discuss treatment options.
- Surgery: Prostatectomy, which can be open surgery or robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery, lasting 2 to 4 hours.
- Post-Surgery: Hospital stay for 2 to 4 days to monitor recovery and manage any complications.
- Rehabilitation: Recovery with support for managing urinary function and erectile function, including physical therapy.
- Final Recovery: Ongoing follow-up visits to monitor recovery and check for any recurrence of cancer.
