Significantly shortened survival time of patients with prostate cancer when bone metastases occur
dr Gabriele Haas / Prof. Dr. re. medical habil. Karel Kostev MA
What man wouldn't be terrified if they were diagnosed with prostate cancer? However, whether a panic attack is justified depends on the stage of the illness. If bone metastases already appear, life expectancy is low. Tumors in the prostate often spread to the bones. Metastases in other areas of the body also further shorten the lifespan of patients.
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First publication date: 24.01.2013
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Keywords (English)
bisphosphonates, bone metastases, life expectancy, Prostate cancer
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