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HYPORT Noninferior for GU, GI Toxicity in Prostate Cancer

24-month differences in genitourinary and gastrointestinal change scores were noninferior for HYPORT versus COPORT

Single Invitation for PSA Screening Cuts Prostate Cancer Deaths

Small, but significant reduction seen in prostate cancer deaths, but no reduction seen in all-cause mortality

Number of Prostate Cancer Cases Set to Increase to 2.9 Million in 2040

Large increases in prostate cancer expected due to changing age structure and improving life expectancy

Transcutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation Device Beneficial in Overactive Bladder

Wearable, smartphone-controlled, rechargeable device effective for reducing voiding frequency; is safe in overactive bladder

MRI + Blood Test Results May Cut Unnecessary Biopsies for Prostate Cancer

Patient-tailored biopsy decisions still maintain high sensitivity

Cures Act Tied to Quicker Release, Access of Imaging Reports

Additionally, proportion of patients who accessed their reports before the ordering provider increased

U.S. Doctors Received Industry Payments of $12.13 Billion From 2013 to 2022

57.1 percent of physicians received payments; median payment was $48, but considerable variation seen in payments

Relugolix Beneficial for Prostate Cancer Patients Undergoing Radiotherapy

Short- or longer-term relugolix achieves sustained castration in patients with localized and advanced prostate cancer

Four in 10 Adults Choose Telemedicine Visits

Video visits less likely among older patients and those without internet access

Physicians Concerned About Private Equity’s Impact on Health Care

Greatest concerns are around physician well-being, health care spending, and equity