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Prostate Cancer

Expert Doctors. Compassionate Care.

According to the American Cancer Society, in 2019 about 1 man in 9 will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime. Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in American men, behind lung cancer. About 1 man in 41 will die of prostate cancer. Prostate cancer can be a serious disease, but most men diagnosed with prostate cancer do not die from it. In fact, more than 2.9 million men in the United States who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer at some point are still alive today.

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Advanced Radiation Therapy for Prostate Cancer

At Rocky Mountain Oncology Center, we believe patients should understand the treatment options available to them when making decisions about prostate cancer care. Radiation therapy can provide a precise, non-invasive approach to treating prostate cancer, with treatment tailored to the location and characteristics of the cancer and the individual needs of each patient.

Our radiation oncologists use advanced treatment planning and imaging technologies to accurately target the prostate while working to minimize radiation exposure to nearby healthy tissue and organs. Depending on your diagnosis and treatment plan, different radiation techniques may be considered to provide the most appropriate care.

Advantages of advanced radiation therapy for prostate cancer may include:

  • Non-Invasive Treatment
  • Precise Targeting of the Prostate
  • Personalized Treatment Planning
  • Designed to Protect Surrounding Healthy Tissue
  • Minimal Recovery Time for Many Patients
  • Ability to Return to Many Normal Daily Activities
  • Our doctors and team members are experts at what they do
  • Our personalized treatment plans follow national guidelines
  • We deliver care with compassion, empathy and respect

Benefits of Radiation Therapy

Radiation therapy offers an effective, highly targeted approach to prostate cancer treatment. Modern radiation technologies allow treatment to be carefully planned around each patient’s anatomy and diagnosis.

  • Pain-Free Treatment Delivery
  • Non-Invasive
  • Custom-Tailored Treatment Plan
  • Precise Targeting of Cancerous Tissue
  • Designed to Minimize Radiation Exposure to Adjacent Healthy Tissue
  • Minimal Recovery Time for Many Patients
  • Convenient Outpatient Treatment

How We Treat Prostate Cancer

At Rocky Mountain Oncology Center, we use advanced radiation therapy to provide precise, personalized prostate cancer treatment with a focus on quality, comfort and convenience. Radiation therapy uses high-energy radiation to target cancer cells and may be used to destroy or control cancer, reduce the risk of recurrence or relieve symptoms associated with advanced disease.

Your treatment is custom-tailored to your diagnosis, tumor characteristics, location and individual needs. Your radiation oncologist will review the available treatment options and recommend a personalized plan based on established treatment guidelines.

Depending on your diagnosis and treatment goals, Rocky Mountain Oncology Center may use several radiation treatment techniques for prostate cancer, including:

  • 3D Conformal Radiation Therapy (3D-CRT): Uses three-dimensional imaging and treatment planning to shape radiation beams around the treatment area.
  • Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT): Uses imaging during treatment to help verify positioning and accurately deliver radiation to the intended area.
  • Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT): Allows the intensity of radiation beams to be adjusted to conform closely to the treatment area while limiting exposure to nearby healthy tissue.
  • Prostate Seed Brachytherapy: Places small radioactive sources within the prostate to deliver radiation directly to the treatment area.
  • High-Dose-Rate (HDR) Brachytherapy: Temporarily places a high-intensity radiation source within or near the prostate to deliver highly targeted treatment.
  • Radiopharmaceutical Therapy: Uses radioactive medicines that travel through the body to target certain types of advanced or metastatic prostate cancer.

 

Radiation therapy may be delivered from outside the body using a linear accelerator, known as external beam radiation therapy, or through a radiation source placed temporarily or permanently within the body, known as brachytherapy. Your care team will determine which approach or combination of treatments is most appropriate for you.

Why Choose Rocky Mountain Oncology Center for Prostate Cancer Care?

At Rocky Mountain Oncology Center, we understand that every prostate cancer diagnosis is different. Our experienced oncology team provides personalized treatment based on your diagnosis, cancer characteristics, overall health and individual treatment goals.

We combine advanced radiation treatment options with compassionate, patient-centered care in a comfortable setting close to home. Our goal is to help you understand your options and feel informed and supported throughout every stage of treatment.

  • Experienced radiation oncologists and cancer care professionals
  • Personalized treatment plans based on your individual diagnosis
  • Multiple advanced radiation therapy options for prostate cancer
  • Precise treatment designed to limit exposure to surrounding healthy tissue
  • Compassionate support throughout treatment and follow-up care
  • Coordination with urologists, medical oncologists and other specialists when needed
  • Convenient cancer care close to home