Prostate cancer test spots men most at risk of death
New prostate cancer test identifies men most at risk of death
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What is the Decipher test?
The Decipher test is a genetic test that analyzes the DNA of prostate cancer tumors.
What is abiraterone?
Abiraterone is a drug that has been shown to improve survival rates for high-risk prostate cancer patients.
What are the limitations of the study?
The study's results suggest that not all high-risk patients will benefit from the added drug, and further research is needed to determine who will benefit and who will not.
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A new test can identify men with prostate cancer who are most at risk of death. According to a study, the Decipher test predicts which high-risk patients benefit from adding abiraterone to treatment.
This personalized approach could spare men from unnecessary chemotherapy. The Decipher test is a genetic test that analyzes the DNA of prostate cancer tumors.
However, the study's results also suggest that not all high-risk patients will benefit from the added drug. Further research is needed to determine who will benefit and who will not.
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Who reported it (5)
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New hope for personalised prostate cancer treatmentHealthcare Management Magazine · 11h ago
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Prostate cancer DNA test could spare men unnecessary chemotherapy, according to a new studyDaily Mirror · 11h ago
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Prostate cancer test spots men most at risk of deathThe Telegraph · 11h ago
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