CAREGIVER GUIDE
Clinical Trials Clinical trials are patient research studies aimed at evaluating a medical, surgical, or behavioral intervention. They are the primary way that researchers find out if a new drug, diet, or medical device is safe and effective in people. All current prostate cancer treatments are available because of past clinical trials and thanks to past clinical trial participants.
Hundreds of clinical trials are available for prostate cancer patients. Oftentimes people do not participate in a clinical trial because they did not know they were eligible or that one was available.
Additional information about clinical trials, as well as a free clinical trial matching service, can be found at zerocancer.org/clinicaltrials . After Treatment
SURVIVORSHIP CARE PLAN • Every cancer survivor should have one after primary treatment. • Is a comprehensive care summary. • Should include a record of treatments and followup plan. • Is a roadmap to life after prostate cancer treatment.
The completion of prostate cancer treatment can bring both relief and worry. When caught early, initial treatment may mean the patient is considered free of disease. Most men will live cancer-free for years, and some for the rest of their lives. Once treatment is completed, your loved one should be provided a survivorship care plan. This should include plans for continued PSA testing to monitor for possible recurrence.
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