Prostate Cancer
An Introduction to Prostate Cancer
The management of prostate cancer has evolved rapidly over the last decade. There are now several approved treatments in the castration-resistant treatment setting, delivering significant benefits like overall survival rate. The androgen receptor-targeting agents are also now proving effective in the hormone-sensitive setting.
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Physician burnout is at a critical point. In this episode, Nicky speaks with Dr Alfred Atanda about why so many physicians are burning out and what can be done to change the trend. From personal experience to system-wide solutions, Dr Atanda shares valuable insights on improving physician well-being and building a more supportive healthcare culture.
This year, we are celebrating our inaugural touchONCOLOGY Future Leaders to recognize the outstanding talent that has entered our field in recent years. These individuals are set to innovate and transform oncology and haematology in the years to come.
touchONCOLOGY presents the top new clinical trial findings that are generating a buzz among prostate cancer experts. Here’s the latest from one of the leading global conferences in GU oncology: the 2025 ASCO Genitourinary Cancers Symposium (February 26–28, 2025, San Francisco, CA, ...
It is with great pleasure that we present the latest edition of touchREVIEWS in Oncology & Haematology. This issue highlights the remarkable progress and innovation shaping the fields of oncology and haematology, featuring articles that delve into both emerging therapies ...
Metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) represents the most formidable stage of prostate cancer (PCa) and is responsible for the majority of PCa-related mortalities. This advanced form of the disease typically evolves from less aggressive stages.1 PCa is broadly categorized into ...
A recent study examining prostate cancer trends across 26 European countries has provided vital data for the ongoing discussions around implementing EU-wide screening programs.
A new study published in the Journal of Radiology reveals promising advancements in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to improve radiology reporting, particularly in the context of prostate cancer detection. The research demonstrates that AI can significantly enhance the accuracy and efficiency of radiological assessments, especially in complex cases involving large sets of imaging data.
The uniquely designed Prostate Biomarker (ProBio) study (NCT03903835) used outcome-adaptive randomization to compare biomarker-driven treatment selection against physician’s choice, and to compare androgen receptor inhibitors (ARPIs) against standard-of-care (SOC) and taxanes in castrate-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC). To learn more ...
touchONCOLOGY caught up with the Secretary General of the European Association of Urology (EAU), Prof Arnulf Stenzl, to discuss some of the key advances from the conference. He focusses this interview on prostate cancer, early detection, systemic therapy, new therapies ...
Our Editor-in-Chief Axel Merseburger (Lübeck University, Lübeck, Germany) discusses the most important recent advances in the treatment landscape for prostate cancer, including screening using MRI and PSMA PET-CT scans, and triplet therapies using hormone therapy and PARP inhibitors. ...
Our Editor-in-Chief Axel Merseburger (Lübeck University, Lübeck, Germany) discusses key data from this year's European Association of Urology annual meeting (EAU23) in the field of prostate cancer. He discusses results from the LuTectomy trial, the 15-year update of ...
Prof. Fred Saad (University of Montreal Hospital Centre, Université de Montréal, Quebec, Canada) joins touchONCOLOGY to discuss clinical trial highlights in prostate cancer presented at EMSO 2022. He highlights the results from one of the phase 3 STAMPEDE trials, investigating combination ...
In the PROpel trial, abiraterone and olaparib significantly prolonged radiographic progression free survival in patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. Prof. Fred Saad (University of Montreal Hospital Centre, Université de Montréal, Quebec, Canada) joins touchONCOLOGY to discuss the biomarker ...
Androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) has been the cornerstone of the treatment of metastatic prostate carcinoma for over 70 years, ever since Huggins and Hodges first treated men with prostate carcinoma with orchidectomy or oestrogen injection in 1941.1Â However, the treatment landscape of ...
ASCO 2022 showcased many important studies in prostate cancer. Prof. Axel Merseburger (Department of Urology, University of Lubeck, Germany), touchONCOLOGY's Editor-in-Chief, joins us to share his highlights. In this interview he discusses: the phase 3 trial of SHR3680 versus bicalutamide in combination ...
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