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    GlossaryProstate Volume (Prostate Size)

    measurement of the prostate gland's size in cubic centimeters

    Prostate Volume, also known as Prostate Size or Prostatic Volume, refers to the measurement of the prostate gland's size, typically expressed in cubic centimeters (cc) or milliliters (mL). This measurement is important for diagnosing and managing conditions like benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and prostate cancer. It is usually determined through imaging techniques such as ultrasound or MRI.

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