Why you should read this article:

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To enhance your knowledge of prostate cancer, including its risk factors, signs and symptoms, and diagnosis

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To understand the various treatment options available for patients with prostate cancer

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To consider how you could support patients with prostate cancer to make decisions about their care and treatment

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men in the UK. It is a disease with no specific preventable risk factors, no specific signs and symptoms, and a significant health burden. This article explains the various treatment options available for patients with prostate cancer, with the aim of assisting nurses in supporting person-centred decision-making. It also discusses the risk factors, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, staging, grading and risk stratification of prostate cancer.