Diagnostic evaluation for prostatic cancer includes

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Prostate cancer is often asymptomatic at diagnosis since it is usually detected clinically by abnormalities on routine digital rectal examination (DRE) or by a high concentration of PSA in the serum. Although abnormally high PSA level and abnormal DRE are highly suggestive findings, prostate biopsy is necessary for a cancer diagnosis. The Gleason score and the PSA level are incorporated into the TNM stage determination as well.

Diagnostic Evaluation for Prostatic Cancer Includes