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Decision Aide
Prostate Cancer is a family of diseases, which allow for many patient choices. There are no hard and fast rules that apply in most cases. It is important for you, the patient, to understand the staging procedures that help to define the extent and aggressiveness of your disease and the treatment options available. By understanding the current stage (and likely progression) of your cancer, you are best able to participate in your treatment decisions. With comprehensive staging, certain treatment options (or combinations) may be identified for further investigation while others may be ruled out. The selection of treatments should be made with full understanding of possible success rates and side-effects. The treatment selection should also consider your overall health and your quality-of-life values.
This decision aide is intended to help you locate and utilize information that is pertinent to your situation. Information referenced is provided by PCRI and other sources to empower you to take charge of your treatment plan. Please navigate on the left through "The Basics" and "PCRI Papers" to access the material PCRI has compiled to assist in decision making.
PCRI provides information as a free, educational resource, to help patients understand their options to facilitate communication with their doctors and hopefully improve their outcomes. The information provided should not be considered or construed to be medical advice.
For more information on prostate cancer, contact the PCRI Helpline at 310-743-2110 or help@pcri.org.