Deciding between surgery and radiotherapy - help?

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Hello,

Am interested in knowing how others dealt with the dilemma in choosing between surgery and radiotherapy please.

Just turned 70, diagnosed with locally advanced pc. Two years ago I had a biopsy that showed as clear so have been taken by surprise by this new result.

I am really struggling and feel somewhat incapable of making a decision - and know this is stupid. I have been told that either treatment is equally effective in my circumstances and to make my decision based on how I feel about the possible side-effects and so on and the literature I've been given.

I would really like to hear from others who had this dilemma and how you dealt with it.

Thanks, David 

  • Hello David ( 

    I have replied to you on the other thread - however here's a link to the NICE guidelines when offering treatment for Prostate Cancer - this includes details of the outcomes for each treatment.

    NICE Recommendations - Prostate Cancer.

    I hope this helps.

    Best wishes - Brian.

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