By Sandy Amazeen Jun 18, 2007, 3:28 GMT
Now in its second revised edition, this is hands down the most comprehensive guide to prostate disease available to the general public. Science writer Janet Worthington teamed up with world renowned Dr. Patrick Walsh, developer of what came to be known as the Walsh nerve-sparing procedure, to produce this approachable reference/owners manual. Beginning with an overview of male reproductive anatomy and the role of the prostate, the book then moves into the causes and prevention of prostate cancer. The “chapter at a glance” boxes and highlighted “Read This First” segments located on the opening page of each chapter are particularly helpful as they allow readers to quickly zero in on the information of most concern to them. Whether you are trying to determine your risk factors, take steps toward prevention, figure out when (or if) to get a PSA and rectal exam or make sense of the test results once you have them, this book has the answers.
Of special interest are the side-by-side comparisons of prostate and breast cancers, making sense of the Gleason scoring system, and the well-illustrated stages of prostate cancer. The latest up-to-the-minute research and treatment alternatives including radiology, hormonal therapies, and different surgical procedures are presented with a warm, gently encouraging tone while imparting a wealth of information on a very sensitive subject. Whether you have been wondering if you are at risk, told you have prostate cancer or are the wife or family member of someone who has the disease, this is the next best thing to having a personal physician at your side offering helpful advice.
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