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Prostate Cancer ABCD Classification

Wednesday, July 14th, 2010

The classifications of prostate cancer are varied and the most accurate are those that rely exclusively on the surgical findings.

ABCD Classification

The most common classification is referred to the extension of tumor (A, B, C, D). The explanation of this technique has been adapted to current knowledge, it was once considered the PSA as part of this classification. But we know that its usefulness is limited because the PSA is elevated by many causes other than prostate cancer.

Stage A prostate cancer

The cancer is localized within the prostate and is coincidentally when this is removed to correct a blockage. It is usually curable. (more…)

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Diagnostic methods for prostate cancer

Saturday, February 27th, 2010

prostate cancer

There are several diagnostic methods to detect prostate cancer, his confirmation will always be a part of pathological prostate analyzed for final diagnosis. The doctor through a series of both clinical and laboratory tests will be made to track the diagnosis.

Digital rectal finger is inset into the rectum and from there you can highlight an area hardest or irregular, which could be an indication of both a benign and malignant pathology in both the colon, or prostate, remember that the prostate is located in front of the colon. This exploration is part of the clinical examination of the patient.

PSA test: PSA stands for prostate specific antigen English, this test proved very useful because the PSA is increased in prostate cancers but may also increase other pathologies. It seeks its presence in the blood, so for study should be performed the extraction of venous blood from the patient.

Urine test: This test is less specific, but it serves to confirm the presence of blood in the urine or other abnormality. It’s a little specific examination.
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