Promising long-term results with proton therapy for localized prostate cancer

The value of proton therapy in managing prostate cancer is not yet defined. A recent study has reported promising long-term results for patients with localized prostate cancer who received proton therapy. However, results from ongoing clinical trials are required before determining the role of proto...

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Published in:Nature reviews. Urology 2021-03, Vol.18 (3), p.137-138
Main Authors: Bryant, Curtis M., Hoppe, Bradford S.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Cancer
Care and treatment
Medicine
Medicine & Public Health
News & Views
news-and-views
Oncology, Experimental
Patient outcomes
Prostate cancer
Proton beam radiotherapy
Urology
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Summary:The value of proton therapy in managing prostate cancer is not yet defined. A recent study has reported promising long-term results for patients with localized prostate cancer who received proton therapy. However, results from ongoing clinical trials are required before determining the role of proton therapy for this indication.
ISSN:1759-4812
1759-4820
DOI:10.1038/s41585-021-00429-5