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Prostate Health Surveillance

Meaning

Prostate health surveillance is the ongoing, systematic monitoring of the prostate gland, particularly in aging males, to detect, characterize, and manage conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and prostate cancer. This clinical practice involves regular physical examinations, blood tests like Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA), and sometimes imaging or biopsies to track changes over time. Effective surveillance is paramount for early intervention and maintaining quality of life. This proactive monitoring allows for risk stratification and personalized management.