Urology
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More than 85% of men with prostate cancer die of other causes. An effective method is needed to distinguish fatal forms of prostate cancer from benign variants. ⋯ Of the factors studied, the PSA nadir while taking a TIP was the best predictor of prostate cancer-specific mortality.
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To assess the rate and predictive factors of urinary retention after iodine 125 brachytherapy for localized prostate cancer. ⋯ Catheterization for acute urinary retention after brachytherapy is an uncommon event. Our data suggest that preimplant US-based prostate volume and IPSS are the strongest predictors for catheterization. Catheterized patients who are refractory to medical therapy can safely undergo a minimal TUR-P.