Prostate cancer is the most commonly occurring cancer in men. A high incidence of this disease necessitates screening of the population at risk. Several cases of cancer are slow in progression and not clinically evident. Such cases often remain undiagnosed until cancer reaches a critical stage, which often results in death. Screening is crucial to avoid this scenario and enables early diagnosis, as it enables both the patient and the doctor to make an informed decision about treatment. To which of the following patients would you recommend screening for prostate cancer?
A 45-year-old African American diabetic male who is otherwise healthy. A 50-year-old healthy male with no chronic conditions. A 69-year-old male with congestive heart failure. A 40-year-old male with father and brother with prostate cancer. ##Disclaimer## The content provided on Docplexus is intended for educational…
