Articles of Interest
Learn More About Prostate Disease and Treatment Options
Understanding prostate disease is an important step toward finding the right care. Our Articles of Interest are designed to help you better understand prostate health, prostate disease, and today’s available treatment options.
Whether you’re learning about prostate conditions, exploring innovative and incision‑free therapies, or preparing for a conversation with your healthcare provider, these articles offer clear, approachable information to support informed decision‑making—at your own pace and on your own terms.
NOTE: The following content is for educational purposes ONLY and should not replace medical advice from your physician.
In the United States, TULSA-PRO® has 510(k) regulatory clearance and is indicated for the ablation of prostate tissue, on the basis of clinical trials in men with localized prostate cancer where whole-gland ablation of benign and malignant prostate tissue demonstrated significant PSA reduction, prostate volume reduction, and follow-up biopsies that were negative for residual prostate cancer. As with other ablation devices, surgical robots, and radiotherapy machines, TULSA-PRO is a tool for the removal or destruction of prostate tissue; the effectiveness of TULSA-PRO or other devices in treating prostate cancer has not been established.
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Gleason Score 3+4: What It Means & Next Steps
The Gleason grade defines the severity of prostate cancer and is assessed by analyzing tissue samples taken from the prostate during a biopsy. The Gleason…
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Gleason Score 3+3: What It Means & Next Steps
The Gleason grading system is used to assign a score that describes the aggressiveness of prostate cancer. The Gleason score is based on the evaluation…
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What to Know About Prostate Cancer Grade Groups
The Grade Group determines the extent to which cancer cells look like normal cells and is the most common system that doctors use to grade…
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Celebrating National Doctors’ Day on March 30
Every year on March 30th, we celebrate and recognize the contributions of physicians across the country. In every city, clinic, and hospital, their dedication to…
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Prostate Cancer and Its Impact on Men’s Mental Health
Being diagnosed with cancer is a life-changing experience that can cause feelings of anxiety and depression. Men with prostate cancer face unique challenges that can…
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10 Reasons You Should Consider the TULSA Procedure
Before the development of the TULSA Procedure, most prostate treatments were invasive and had a high risk of side effects, including urinary incontinence and erectile…
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What is the Difference Between the TULSA Procedure and HIFU?
‘Ultrasound Ablation’ or ‘Thermal Ultrasound’ is the process of using heat created by ultrasound energy to ablate tissue resulting in cell death. The TULSA Procedure…
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Prostate Cancer Screening: The Importance of Early Diagnosis
With most diseases and illnesses, the chances of treatment success are high with early detection. Some men experience early prostate cancer symptoms, while others don’t…
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Coffee’s Role In Lowering Prostate Cancer Risk
Your daily cup of coffee might offer more benefits than an instant burst of energy. Many studies have shown that drinking coffee may lower a…