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Posted 15 May 2026 at 20:48

Found this a very interesting but very long talk by a highly rated Urologist which recaps on existing treatments and then goes into various aspects of relapse after treatment.  Then  following  a short diversion he is joined by another well-known doctor who poses questions, some of which I am sure certain members here would like to hear.  The speech-generated written text is best avoided for those with normal hearing.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iqO1Rvvxs4

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Posted 15 May 2026 at 20:48

Found this a very interesting but very long talk by a highly rated Urologist which recaps on existing treatments and then goes into various aspects of relapse after treatment.  Then  following  a short diversion he is joined by another well-known doctor who poses questions, some of which I am sure certain members here would like to hear.  The speech-generated written text is best avoided for those with normal hearing.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iqO1Rvvxs4

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Posted 16 May 2026 at 08:50

A very interesting video. Thanks for posting it, Barry.

It's interesting that there is 30% chance of recurrence being benign or idolent. It's also interesting that there is still a conflict of opinion on whether to give 'blind' salvage radiation treatment or wait for scans showing areas to specifically target. It's  interesting that all scans have some kind of blind spot and that unfortunately some recurring cancer may not produce PSA. The idea of having active surveillance for recurrence is also interesting.

However, to me, all this very interesting stuff just seem to reaffirms that there are no certainties with this disease or the treatment of it. Even experts often disagree with the best way to manage it. 🙂

At least, if I ever get recurrence, by watching videos like this, I'll be able to make a more informed decision on when and how I think it should be dealt with it. 👍

Edited by member 16 May 2026 at 10:08  | Reason: Additional text

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Posted 16 May 2026 at 11:37
Yes Adrian, there are some very interesting thoughts on treatment after recurrence, one of them being the scenario where Kwon feels further treatment should be initiated and where and how. With recurrence sometimes happening up to many years after primary treatment, the overall chance of it happening at some point is quite high. Understanding about cancer and its treatment is of course constantly evolving, helped by trials, research, more advanced drugs, and new and refined ways of treating.
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Posted 16 May 2026 at 08:50

A very interesting video. Thanks for posting it, Barry.

It's interesting that there is 30% chance of recurrence being benign or idolent. It's also interesting that there is still a conflict of opinion on whether to give 'blind' salvage radiation treatment or wait for scans showing areas to specifically target. It's  interesting that all scans have some kind of blind spot and that unfortunately some recurring cancer may not produce PSA. The idea of having active surveillance for recurrence is also interesting.

However, to me, all this very interesting stuff just seem to reaffirms that there are no certainties with this disease or the treatment of it. Even experts often disagree with the best way to manage it. 🙂

At least, if I ever get recurrence, by watching videos like this, I'll be able to make a more informed decision on when and how I think it should be dealt with it. 👍

Edited by member 16 May 2026 at 10:08  | Reason: Additional text

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Posted 16 May 2026 at 11:37
Yes Adrian, there are some very interesting thoughts on treatment after recurrence, one of them being the scenario where Kwon feels further treatment should be initiated and where and how. With recurrence sometimes happening up to many years after primary treatment, the overall chance of it happening at some point is quite high. Understanding about cancer and its treatment is of course constantly evolving, helped by trials, research, more advanced drugs, and new and refined ways of treating.
Barry
 
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