Treatments for Prostate Cancer

Follow the links below to find information about prostate cancer treatments.

The Australian Prostate Cancer Collaboration [Australian Prostate Cancer Collaboration] provides a wide range of information on prostate cancer.

Updated June 2011

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Title:   Prostate cancer - treatment
Publisher:   Andrology Australia
Description:   Once a diagnosis of prostate cancer has been made, a man and his doctor must decide what steps to take next for management and treatment.
Date:   Jan 2012
Title:   Male pattern baldness
Publisher:   Andrology Australia
Description:   Hair loss can happen on any part of the body for a variety of reasons, and can range from being mild to severe. Male (and female) pattern baldness is hair loss specifically from the head.
Date:   Jan 2012
Title:   Prostatectomy - for cancer
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Radical prostatectomy is one treatment for prostate cancer. This surgery involves removing the prostate gland and the seminal vesicles. Sometimes the surgeon may also need to remove the nearby lymph nodes. Possible side effects of surgery include urinary incontinence and impotence.
Date:   Sep 2011
Title:   Prostate cancer - hormone therapy
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Prostate cancer can be treated with hormone therapy, which aims to reduce the levels of male hormones. Options include injected and oral medications or surgery to remove those parts of the testicles that produce testosterone. Hormone therapy may produce side effects.
Date:   Sep 2011
Title:   After a diagnosis of prostate cancer
Publisher:   The Cancer Council Australia
Description:   Learn more about coping with a diagnosis of prostate cancer. Read patient fact sheet on diagnosis of cancer, treatment and support.
Date:   Aug 2011
Title:   Prostate cancer testing
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   There are two common tests for prostate cancer: a digital rectal examination, or DRE, and a PSA blood test. Neither of these is completely accurate. If the tests suggest there is a problem, your doctor may repeat the test or refer you to a specialist. A biopsy may be needed to confirm the diagnosis.
Date:   Mar 2011
Title:   Fact sheet 34 - Prostate cancer and the risk of depression/anxiety
Publisher:   beyondblue
Description:   This fact sheet discusses the link between depression and prostate cancer. Includes information on treatments, advice for partners and carers and tips on managing depression and anxiety.
Date:   Mar 2011
Title:   High intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU)
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   HIFU represents the next generation of minimally invasive treatments for early, localised prostate cancer. A probe inserted into the area through the rectum gives out a beam of ultrasound, which is focused to heat and destroy the cancerous prostate tissue, causing the affected cells to die.
Date:   Nov 2010
Title:   Prostate cancer treatments: how do I choose?
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   Treatments for prostate cancer include surgery, hormonal therapy, radiotherapy and high intensity focused ultrasound. Factors influencing which treatment is chosen include type of cancer, age and concerns about side effects.
Date:   Nov 2010
Title:   About the Prostate Health Improvement Program (Mr PHIP)
Publisher:   Australian Prostate Cancer Collaboration
Description:   Mr PHIP is a prostate cancer education program for South Australian men and their families. Modules cover each stage in the development of prostate cancer including whether or not to have a PSA test.
Title:   Radical prostatectomy
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   Radical prostatectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of the prostate gland and the attached seminal vesicles. Lymph nodes near the prostate can be removed during the same procedure. This is one option for men with localised prostate cancer.
Date:   Oct 2010
Title:   Cryotherapy for prostate cancer
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   Cryotherapy is a relatively new treatment for prostate cancer. It involves the application of specialised needles under ultrasound guidance and is broadly based on the principles of using low temperature gases to freeze abnormal and diseased cells.
Date:   Oct 2010
Title:   Robotic prostate surgery for prostate cancer
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   Robotic radical prostatectomy, also known as Da Vinci prostatectomy (DVP) or robot assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy (RALRP), uses recent advances in robotics to allow a minimally invasive method of carrying out radical prostatectomy.
Date:   Jul 2010
Title:   Rehabilitation after prostate cancer treatment
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   During the recovery period after prostate cancer treatment, patients are offered a comprehensive rehabilitation plan, including appropriate emotional and psychological support. The preferred approach is multi-disciplinary, involving a urologist, a physiotherapist experienced in the management of male urinary incontinence, and a psychologist adept at couples, cancer and sexual dysfunction counselling.
Date:   Jul 2010
Title:   Radiotherapy for prostate cancer
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   Radiotherapy is a form of treatment that is used to treat cancer of the prostate gland. It may be used alone or in conjunction with surgery. Radiotherapy involves the use of radiation which is targeted to the cancer site in order to destroy cancerous cells.
Date:   Jun 2010
Title:   Maintaining your well-being : information on depression and anxiety for men with prostate cancer and their partners
Publisher:   beyondblue
Description:   This booklet provides information on dealing with prostate cancer, the link between prostate cancer and depression and helpful strategies for men experiencing depression and anxiety.
Date:   May 2010
Title:   Treatment access
Publisher:   Australian Prostate Cancer Collaboration
Description:   Finding a urologist; access to prostate cancer treatment; prostate cancer medical specialists
Title:   Prostate cancer - GP's page
Publisher:   Australian Prostate Cancer Collaboration
Description:   MrPHIP prostate cancer patient information and resources for use by GPs.
Title:   Prostate cancer: surgery side effects - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Prostate cancer surgery can have side effects such as impotence or incontinence.
Date:   Dec 2007
Title:   Prostate cancer - Useful resources
Publisher:   Australian Prostate Cancer Collaboration
Description:   This page lists informative websites on prostate cancer, accessing peer support, clinical trials, alternative and complementary therapies and other helpful topics. It also lists written prostate cancer resources and where they can be found.
Date:   Jul 2006

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