Build the complete picture
Your team may combine biopsy findings, PSA, exam, imaging, overall health, and sometimes genomic or genetic information to describe risk.
The option set
Depending on risk and stage, discussions may include active surveillance, surgery, radiation, hormone therapy, other systemic therapies, or clinical trials. Each has different goals and tradeoffs.
Make room for a second conversation
When time and clinical circumstances allow, many patients benefit from hearing more than one discipline explain the options before choosing.
Bring these questions
Make the next appointment concrete.
- What is my Grade Group and clinical stage?
- What risk category are you using?
- Which options are reasonable for me—and which are not?
- Would a second opinion or multidisciplinary review help?
Sources and further reading
These primary references support the reviewed guide. They do not replace guidance from your own clinician.