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Emerging Clinical Trends
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Because of the earlier diagnosis of prostate cancer, tumors are smaller and harder
to locate. Therefore, urologists are considering more comprehensive biopsy strategies. Below are revolutionary works of information from accredited sources that highlight some of these strategies.
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“[A]n initial biopsy approach that samples the far lateral peripheral
zone in addition to the midline parasagittal region seems reasonable at the present time based on the available information.”
Citation highlighted from AUA News 1999;4(5):1, 3, 24
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“Researchers recommend at least eight biopsies for optimum cancer
detection.”
Citation highlighted from Urology Times 1999;27(10):1, 10
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“The standard sextant biopsy provides optimal sampling of only a
minority of prostate glands.”
Citation highlighted from the Journal of Urology 1999;159:920-924.
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“The 6 systematic biopsies … are inadequate and…a minimum of 8,
including the apex, mid lobar mid gland, lateral mid gland and lateral base, should routinely be performed.”
Citation highlighted from Journal of Urology 2000;169:163-167
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