Journal article
Nomogram prediction for prostate cancer and aggressive prostate cancer at time of biopsy: utilizing all risk factors and tumor markers for prostate cancer.
Abstract
BACKGROUND: There is a large amount of confusion in interpreting prostate specific antigen (PSA) values for prostate cancer. More precise risk assessments for prostate cancer detection are needed for men faced with an abnormal PSA.
METHODS: We studied a sample of 2,637 men who underwent a prostate biopsy for an abnormal digital rectal exam (DRE) or PSA. Using factors including age, ethnicity, family history of prostate cancer, previous negative …
Authors
Nam RK; Toi A; Klotz LH; Trachtenberg J; Jewett MAS; Loblaw A; Pond GR; Emami M; Sugar L; Sweet J
Journal
Canadian Journal of Urology, Vol. 13 Suppl 2, , pp. 2–10
Publication Date
April 2006
ISSN
1195-9479