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Study shows HIFU noninferior to prostatectomy for localized prostate
Prostate Cancer | Last Active: Jun 25 10:10pm | Replies (14)Comment receiving replies
Interesting study, but 30 months is not a very long timeframe. It will be important to see what 10, 15, 20 yr data looks like and also how many HIFU patients need subsequent treatment compared RALP over a longer time period.
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I am 57 and had my HIFU in 2023. I had irregular cells on both sides confirmed by a biopsy in 2017 (Gleason 6). Mayo Rochester detected a small lesion Gleason 7 on one side. HIFU was performed on one side and eliminated all of the irregular cells and the cancer lesion on one side. I still have irregular cells on the other side. I had a catheter for 6 days after the procedure. I have had no continence issues or erection issues since the catheter was removed. My last first PSA after surgery was high for my age, but normal for men in their 60s. My second PSA was normal for my age group. I still have irregular cells or cancer on one side (Gleason 6). I was approved because they had confidence that I would perform the life long follow up that is needed with HIFU
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I agree. It is an interesting option if you "qualify" for the procedure, and it should leave all other options open in case of failure.