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MEN'S HEALTH WEEK: Living with PROSTATE CANCER

Tony Robinson's Cunningcast

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Controversy Surrounding Classification of Abnormal Prostate Cells as Cancer

This chapter discusses the controversy surrounding the classification of abnormal cells in the prostate as cancer and argues for monitoring rather than treatment. It also explores advancements in MRI scanning for prostate diagnosis, including a new technology called the 'suitcase MRI' and a study called Prostagram. The chapter highlights the frustrations of lag time in implementing new medical approaches and emphasizes the importance of evidence, cost-effectiveness, and reproducibility.

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