What Are The Best Practices For Prostate Cancer Screening?
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Understanding PSA Testing and Prostate Cancer Screening
This chapter explores the complex role of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing as a screening tool for prostate cancer, distinguishing it from definitive diagnostic measures. It discusses the implications of aging on PSA levels, the evolution of testing options, and the recommendations regarding screening for different age groups. The conversation highlights the need for a balanced approach to prostate cancer, advocating for active surveillance of low-risk cases to avoid overtreatment.
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