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    GlossaryProstate Cancer Treatment

    medical strategies to manage and treat prostate gland malignancy

    Prostate Cancer Treatment refers to the various medical strategies used to manage and treat prostate cancer, which is a malignancy of the prostate gland in men. These treatments can include surgery (such as prostatectomy), radiation therapy, hormone therapy, chemotherapy, and newer approaches like immunotherapy and targeted therapy. The choice of treatment depends on factors like the stage and grade of the cancer, the patient's overall health, and personal preferences.

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