There are four DEFINITIVE TREATMENT options for localized prostate cancer, HIFU,cryoablation,various radiation therapies and various surgical options. Unfortunately,many urologists and cancer support groups have little or no experience with all four definitive treatment groups so men are usually counseled with one, or possibly two options that their physician is familiar with. In the appropriately selected [...]

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It is very important for men and their wives to do their homework when considering treatment options for their localized prostate cancer. This is especially so since most urologists and prostate cancer support groups are not totally conversant with all of the 6 broad groups of treatment options for prostate cancer and will be unlikely [...]

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HIFU as you are aware by now from my site, is an alternative to traditional prostate cancer treatments.  Over the past several years HIFU has gained popularity across the seas in countries like China and the UK.  Its already approved in other countries which makes HIFU a safe alternative over there.  However in the US, [...]

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