The role of radiotherapy in locally limited prostate cancer
Herr, H.W.
Der Urologe. Ausg. a 30(6): 413-416
1991
ISSN/ISBN: 0340-2592 PMID: 1771720 Document Number: 371802
Radiation therapy is a legitimate option of treatment for patients with clinically localized prostate carcinoma. Local control of the primary neoplasm can be improved, since clinical and biopsy evidence of prostate cancer after radiation remains high. Improved megavoltage and interstitial radiation methods are being tested to improve local cure rates, preserve bladder and sexual function, and reduce morbidity. Not all patients respond to radiation therapy, and current investigation may help to distinguish those tumors that will respond versus those better treated by alternative means.