Early Detection
Prostate cancer is the most diagnosed cancer in men (other than skin cancer) and the second leading cancer killer of men. Screening (PSA+DRE) is the cornerstone for finding prostate cancer early. Early detection allows for better treatment options. At present, cancer is usually diagnosed with a biopsy, a small tissue sample taken from the prostate. The biopsy, sometimes along with other tests, provides valuable information to help understand how potentially life-threatening your cancer may be.
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PHENpath - a Prostate Health Education Network (PHEN) Resource:
The Prostate Health Education Network (PHEN) has developed this outstanding educational resource. Please see PHEN's educational resources for more advanced diagnosis or advancing cancer below.
New biomarkers are being discovered! The PCEC is an excellent resource for keeping pace with these advances.
Prostate Conditions Education Council (PCEC) Resource:
Educational Resource for Imaging
National Alliance of State Prostate Cancer Coalitions Resource: Imaging in Prostate Cancer