Study: Prostate Cancer Surgery Without Prior Biopsy Possible
In a series of 25 men, radiographic evidence correctly predicted significant prostate cancer in all patients on final pathology.
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Procedures to Diagnose Cancer, New Cancer Diagnoses Decreased in 2020
Colonoscopies decreased by 45% in 2020 compared with averages in 2018 through 2019; 29% decrease seen in prostate biopsies
Risk for High-Grade Prostate Cancer Is Low Following Negative MRI, Biopsy
In a study, no patient was diagnosed with high-grade prostate cancer within 3 years following a negative prostate MRI and negative systematic prostate biopsy.
MRI Results Might Permit Sparing of the Transitional Zone During Prostate Biopsy
Compared with peripheral zone prostate cancers, transitional zone cancers are less prevalent and tend to have more favorable pathological characteristics.
Promising Developments That May Improve Lupus Nephritis Management
Recent approval of new drugs for lupus nephritis and promising therapies on the horizon bode well for the care of patients with the kidney disorder.
Investigators: Consider 5-ARI Use When Deciding on Prostate Biopsy
At prostate cancer diagnosis, clinical T stage was significantly higher among 5-ARI users compared with nonusers.
Renal Mass Biopsy Can Reduce Morbidity, Save Money
Routine renal mass biopsy for small renal masses can spare patients from having to undergo surgery and its associated complications and costs, according to a recent study.
Some Men With PI-RADS 5 Lesions Can Forgo Systematic Prostate Biopsy
Omitting systematic biopsy may reduce adverse events and complications.
MRI Can Avoid Unnecessary Prostate Biopsies Among Screened Men
In a trial of men who volunteered for PSA screening, detection of clinically insignificant tumors and benign findings were reduced when prostate biopsy was performed only in those with positive MRI results.
mpMRI Misses Few Significant Prostate Cancers in Re-Biopsied Men
Study findings lend support to using mpMRI for prostate cancer detection.
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