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How many cores? And follow-up with results received

Prostate Cancer | Last Active: Sep 25 8:15am | Replies (17)

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@justme129 The PNI sounds frightening but as has already been explained by @topf, it is not an indication of more serious disease.
It is, however, indicative of the lateral spread of the abnormal tissue - outward toward the periphery. So if this turns into 3+4 or 4+3 (like mine) over time, it will have a greater chance of escaping the gland.
You’re good right now, but that second opinion and further testing is all important.
Phil

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@heavyphil Thanks, I did already submit a request for recut slides to be sent to Johns Hopkins. I am going to make a strong case for a PSMA Pet Scan as well. I know that's not typical with Gleason 6, but given the PNI and my family history of cancer, I think I should have that done sooner rather than later!