Learn about detection, diagnostic approaches, treatment options and advances for prostate cancer, including robotic prostatectomy and current research.
Prostate cancer forms in the prostate gland, part of the reproductive system in men and people assigned male at birth. It’s often curable if found and treated early.
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men in the U.S. and the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths. African-American men are more likely to get prostate cancer and twice as l...
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men in the United States. Prostate cancer usually grows very slowly, and finding and treating it before symptoms occur may not improve men’s health....
In general, the earlier prostate cancer is caught, the more likely it is for a man to get successful treatment and remain disease-free. The overall prognosis for prostate cancer is among the best of all cancers. It’s important to keep in mind that survival rates and likelihood of recurrence are based on averages and won’t necessarily reflect any individual patient outcome. The prognosis for prostate cancer depends on many factors. Your doctor will offer insight and advice based on your speci...
Learn about detection, diagnostic approaches, treatment options and advances for prostate cancer, including robotic prostatectomy and current research.
How is prostate cancer treated? The approach depends on if the cancer has spread beyond the prostate. Learn more about MSK's approach for surgery, radiation therapy, and more.
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Medications for prostate cancer include hormone therapy such as leuprolide (Lupron Depot, Eligard), leuprolide mesylate (Camcevi), goserelin (Zoladex), and