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Diagnostic Utility Of Various Biomarkers For Prostate Cancer: A Review
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Diagnostic Utility Of Various Biomarkers For Prostate Cancer: A Review
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Publisher: Bahria University Medical And Dental College
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Abstract
ABSTRACT:Prostate carcinoma is one of the most widespread occurring cancers in males and is the second most common cause ofcancer related mortality in men around the world. The therapeutic success rate for prostate cancer can be greatly improvedif the disease is detected at an early stage. Therefore, a successful therapy depends immensely on the clinical indicators(biomarkers) for early diagnosis and progression of the disease, as well as the prognosis after the clinical intervention.Despite of its limitations, prostate biopsy is the “gold standard” for diagnosis of prostatic carcinoma. Beyond the shadowof doubt, the advent of PSA level has marked a new era for the efficient screening of prostatic lesions, but PSA alone cannotbe considered as an authentic tool for diagnosis. Therefore, the use of new imaging techniques and molecular markersare of great importance for an accurate diagnosis of prostate cancer. Recent advances in molecul...