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Our physicians have performed more prostate seed implants than most centers in the world, having treated more than 5,000
men. We have trained hundreds of physicians across the United States, Europe, Asia, and Africa on our Procision™ seed implant
technique. We have patented devices, published extensive research in major medical journals, and presented seminars around
the world. A Radiation Oncologist’s experience plays a critical role in achieving the best chance for a long-term cancer cure,
with minimal side effects. -------------------------------------------------------- No. Proton Beam radiation is an outdated technology that first originated
in the 1950s. Current studies show that it is not only extremely costly and time consuming, but also much less effective than
seed implants, with much greater side effects. One study from the largest proton center in the country, at Loma Linda, in
fact reported that the 5 year success rate with proton therapy was only 73% (Slater, 2004). his is in comparison to our 95% success rates with seed implants (Terk, ASTRO 2009). -------------------------------------------------------- No. There are currently no results available beyond five years for this treatment, compared to 15 years from a prostate
seed implant. In addition, all men who have high-dose rate implants must have several weeks of external radiation AND multiple
implant procedures with anesthesia. At times, men may have the needles sticking out of their body for 24 hours while they
receive several radiation treatments. During this time period, the needles can cause significant discomfort, and move to potentially
harmful locations. In contrast, a prostate seed implant is a one-time only outpatient procedure that takes less than one hour.
There is no significant movement of the seeds once they have been implanted. -------------------------------------------------------- Cryotherapy is when part of the prostate is frozen. While some believe this technology is improving, there are no major
studies available with results at more than 5 years. In addition, side effects such as impotence and incontinence are much
greater with cryotherapy than with seed implants, and in fact, are similar to more radical surgery. Most centers reserve cryotherapy
for the treatment of prior external radiation failures, and not for the up front treatment of newly diagnosed men. This procedure
should only be performed by experienced Urologists. -------------------------------------------------------- We believe that all men without evidence of metastasis (cancer spread to other organs) have a chance to be cured of their
cancer by a prostate seed implant and/or IGRT. We recommend that men diagnosed with prostate cancer consult with both a Urologist and our Radiation Oncologists.
Based on extensive data, we can tell you what your risk of having disease outside the prostate is. We will review your past
medical history and current physical condition and discuss the pros and cons of surgery, external radiation, and seed implants.
We have seed implant protocols to treat men with both early and advanced stage disease. What is most important is that men take their time and feel comfortable with their decision. If a man chooses prostatectomy,
we suggest he have this performed by an experienced Urologist. If he chooses a seed implant, we recommend that our uniquely
experienced Radiation Oncologists treat him with the Procision™ Implant Technique. -------------------------------------------------------- Both the American Cancer Society and the American Urological Association strongly feel that regular PSA blood tests and
physical exams lead to prostate cancer being diagnosed to an earlier, more treatable stage and, thus, can potentially save
lives. --------------------------------------------------------
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-------------------------------------------------------- We are one of the few centers in the world experienced enough to provide prostate seed implants to men who recurred following
treatment with proton radiation or traditional external radiation. Our studies have shown that up to 2 out of 3 men can be
successfully treated in this manner. At the time of consultation, we can recommend some simple tests to help determine if
this is a safe and potentially effective option for you. -------------------------------------------------------- The answer is quite simple. A PSA blood test done two months after surgery should reflect a PSA < 0.2 If this is not
the case, you may have some cancer cells left behind that should be irradiated. In this circumstance, we may recommend IGRT
external radiation, as there is no prostate in which to accurately implant the seeds. -------------------------------------------------------- Yes. There are many promising hormonal and chemotherapeutic treatments on the horizon. Any member of our team will be happy
to discuss these with you and refer you to a medical oncologist for additional evaluation. -------------------------------------------------------- Yes. There are many promising hormonal and chemotherapeutic treatments on the horizon. Any member of our team will be happy
to discuss these with you and refer you to a medical oncologist for additional evaluation. -------------------------------------------------------- Some men have been travelling abroad for this treatment due to questionable claims. A new European study published in 2008
showed that the 5 yr success rate was only 30% with HIFU (Misrai, 2008). -------------------------------------------------------- If you have not been diagnosed with prostate cancer and are concerned that you may be
at risk or would like to be screened, you should consult your physician for a physical exam and PSA blood test. If
you have been diagnosed with prostate cancer you should contact the Florida Centers for Prostate Care at 904-400-6090 -------------------------------------------------------- |
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