Diagnosing Prostate Cancer - Moving Beyond PSAs, Gleason Scores and Biopsies Through Advanced Imaging

Explore advanced molecular imaging technologies revolutionizing prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment in this informative 31-minute Stanford University lecture. Discover how PET/CT and PET/MRI scans detect specific molecules expressed by prostate cancer cells, providing crucial insights beyond traditional PSA tests, Gleason scores, and biopsies. Learn about focal therapy, radiation therapy, and the concept of theranostics in prostate cancer management. Gain understanding of biochemical recurrence detection, regulatory challenges, and the importance of a multidisciplinary approach. Delve into the potential of alpha radiation in nuclear medicine and the significance of patient input in treatment decisions. Examine the benefits of a systematic approach to prostate cancer care, including renovated diagnostic clinics and specialized nuclear medicine teams.

Introduction
Types of scanners
MRI vs PET CT
Prostate cancer is tricky
PSA vs Research
Research Projects
Biopsy Example
Focal Therapy
Radiation Therapy
MRI
Recurrence
Biochemical recurrence
Regulatory authorities
Terranostics
Compound Luteum PSA
We Need to See What You Treat
Systematic Approach
Alpha Radiation
Nuclear Medicine
Patient Input
Renovated Space
Diagnostics Clinic
Patient Visits
Spect
Giving back
Multidisciplinary team
Nuclear medicine team
Questions Answers