Oxford university researchers may have found a dye that attaches only to a kind of protein, helping surgeons locate and remove prostate cancer more effectively.
The dye reportedly glows when illuminated during surgery, helping remove more cancer and reducing recurrence. It could potentially be adapted for other cancer types.Oxford University researchers say they may have found a dye that attaches only to a kind of protein found in cancer cells, helping surgeons locate and remove prostate cancer more effectively.
First of all, what is primarily needed on the prostate cancer front is extensive and open discussion about screening benefits and risks. The US Preventive Services Task Force advises against routine screening after 69, despite it being the second-leading cause of cancer deaths. Treatment decisions are not easy and inevitably cause lead to anxiety.
Research shows that often "watchful waiting" or prostate specific antigen is people's preferred choice over surgery given the relatively fewer chances of harm. While it might slightly increase the risk of death, it also involves fewer complications. Studies suggest surgery should be reserved for younger patients or those with aggressive cancers. Most prostate cancers grow slowly and do not cause death, supporting less aggressive treatment approaches.