Using active surveillance for Gleason 7 (3+4) prostate cancer

A narrative review

Authors

  • Rui Bernardino Princess Margaret Cancer Centre https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8076-4550
  • Rashid K. Sayyid Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
  • Ricardo Leão Cuf Hospitais
  • Alexandre R. Zlotta Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
  • Theodorus van der Kwast Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
  • Laurence Klotz Division of Urology, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
  • Neil E. Fleshner Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5489/cuaj.8539

Keywords:

Prostate Cancer, Active Surveillance, (3 4), Trends

Abstract

The interest in broadening the application of active surveillance (AS) has been increasing, encompassing patients who may not strictly adhere to the conventional criteria for low-risk prostate cancer (PCa), particularly those diagnosed with small-volume Gleason grade group 2 disease. Nonetheless, accurately identifying individuals with low intermediate-risk PCa who can safely undergo AS without facing disease progression remains a challenge.

This review aims to delve into the progression of this evolving trend specifically within this cohort of men, while also examining strategies aimed at minimizing irreversible disease advancement. Additionally, we address the criteria for patient selection, recommended followup schedules, and the indicators prompting intervention.

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Published

2023-12-21

How to Cite

Bernardino, R., Sayyid, R. K., Leão, R., Zlotta, A. R., van der Kwast, T., Klotz, L., & Fleshner, N. E. (2023). Using active surveillance for Gleason 7 (3+4) prostate cancer: A narrative review. Canadian Urological Association Journal, 18(4), 135–44. https://doi.org/10.5489/cuaj.8539

Issue

Vol. 18 No. 4 (2024): CUAJ April

Section

Review

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