Prostate Cancer Treatment: A Comprehensive Guide to Endocrine Therapy

As a common occurrence, prostate cancer accounts for a significant proportion of uro-oncological patients. Although early diagnosis and treatment are increasingly curative, endocrine therapy remains a crucial aspect of treatment for this tumor.

Importance of Endocrine Therapy in Prostate Cancer Treatment

The treatment of prostate cancer often involves a multidisciplinary approach, including endocrine therapy. This crucial treatment method plays a vital role in managing advanced and metastatic prostate cancer.

This concise and accessible guide is designed to support clinicians in their daily practice, particularly in the indication, implementation, and monitoring of endocrine therapy. It takes into account specific aspects such as concurrent radiation therapy, tumor stage-dependent treatment, and hormone manipulation.

New Developments and Emerging Trends in Prostate Cancer Treatment

The guide also covers the latest approved medications, their applications, and future perspectives on potential new substances that could expand the therapeutic portfolio for our patients.

Recent studies and insights into upcoming therapeutic options are discussed, providing a comprehensive overview of the current state of prostate cancer treatment.

Published by UNI-MED Verlag AG, this extensive manual is a must-have for clinicians and healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of endocrine therapy in prostate cancer treatment. First edition published on August 3, 2011.

Language: German