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Mr. Raj Nigam (Consultant Urologist, The Focal Therapy Clinic): Focal therapy works, but not all men are suitable. Careful selection is crucial, with a detailed analysis ensuring that only the right candidates receive treatment for their specific cancer, maximizing effectiveness and safety. Mr. Raj Nigam - https://www.thefocaltherapyclinic.co.uk/about-us/our-consultants/mr-raj-nigam/ Focal Therapy - https://www.thefocaltherapyclinic.co.uk/focal-therapy/ suitability - https://www.thefocaltherapyclinic.co.uk/focal-therapy/medical-suitability/

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Mr. Alan Doherty (Consultant Urologist, The Focal Therapy Clinic): Prostatectomy can be divided into two typesradical prostatectomy, which removes a margin for high-risk cancer, and total prostatectomy, which aims to minimize collateral damage for low-risk disease. Understanding these options helps patients choose the best surgical approach for their specific diagnosis. Alan Doherty - https://www.thefocaltherapyclinic.co.uk/about-us/our-consultants/mr-alan-doherty/ Prostatectomy - https://www.thefocaltherapyclinic.co.uk/living-with-prostate-cancer/treatment-options/prostatectomy/

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Mr. Raj Nigam (Consultant Urologist, The Focal Therapy Clinic): Prostate cancer is classified as localized, locally advanced, or advanced. Focal therapy is suitable for early localized cases, with treatment options including HIFU, cryotherapy, and NanoKnife. Choosing the right treatment depends on cancer stage and individual patient factors. Mr Raj Nigam - https://www.thefocaltherapyclinic.co.uk/about-us/our-consultants/mr-raj-nigam/ treatment options - https://www.thefocaltherapyclinic.co.uk/living-with-prostate-cancer/treatment-options/ book a consultation - https://www.thefocaltherapyclinic.co.uk/contact/ stages of prostate cancer - https://www.thefocaltherapyclinic.co.uk/blog/stages-of-prostate-cancer 00:00 Introduction: Assessing Prostate Cancer Stage 00:05 Step One: Localized vs. Spread Cancer 00:12 Prostate Cancer Stages Overview 00:13 Stage 1: Localized Prostate Cancer (All Treatments Possible) 00:20 Stage 2: Locally Advanced Prostate Cancer (Beyond the Capsule) 00:35 Stage 3: Advanced/Metastatic Prostate Cancer (Disease Control Focus) 00:50 Focal Therapy for Localized Prostate Cancer 01:07 Benefits of Focal Therapy: Minimally Invasive & Precise 01:36 HIFU: High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (No Cuts or Scalpels) 01:43 Cryotherapy: Freezing the Tumor Through the Perineum 01:54 NanoKnife: Electroporation to Destroy Cancer Cells 02:16 Strong 5-Year Data Supporting NanoKnife (Australia) 02:19 Summary: Targeted Treatment, Preserved Quality of Life Website: https://www.thefocaltherapyclinic.co.uk LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/the-focal-therapy-clinic/ Facebook: facebook.com/TheFocalTC Telephone: +44 (0) 207 036 8870 #FocalTherapy #ProstateCancer #HIFU #Cryotherapy #NanoKnife #MensHealth

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Dr. Christos Mikropoulos (Oncologist, The Focal Therapy Clinic): Radiotherapy is a widely used prostate cancer treatment, utilizing precision-shaped photon beams to target cancer while minimizing harm to surrounding tissues. This advanced approach ensures effective cancer control with reduced side effects. Christos Mikropoulos - https://www.thefocaltherapyclinic.co.uk/about-us/our-consultants/dr-christos-mikropoulos/ Radiotherapy - https://www.thefocaltherapyclinic.co.uk/living-with-prostate-cancer/treatment-options/radiotherapy/

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Dr. Christos Mikropoulos (Oncologist, The Focal Therapy Clinic): Hormone therapy suppresses male hormones to control prostate cancer. It has historically been used alongside radiotherapy to improve effectiveness, though this practice is evolving with newer treatment approaches. Understanding when hormone therapy is beneficial helps optimize patient outcomes.

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Dr. Christos Mikropoulos (Oncologist, The Focal Therapy Clinic): Active surveillance is a structured approach for low-risk prostate cancer, involving regular MRI scans, blood tests, and biopsies, with treatment given only if the cancer progresses. This strategy helps avoid unnecessary interventions while closely monitoring disease progression.

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