Trial Examines Prostate Cancer Treatment with Reduced Side Effects

Why it matters locally: The findings of this trial could influence prostate cancer treatment protocols and options available to patients in New York, potentially leading to less invasive procedures and improved quality of life for those diagnosed with the disease.

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A ten-year trial conducted by the NHS monitored nearly 3,500 men who underwent focal therapy for prostate cancer. This less invasive treatment method was the subject of the study, which spanned a decade.