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Big operation done through openings the size of keyholes
Five years ago, Jennings "Big Gene" Driggers" was diagnosed with bladder cancer. For several years, his cancer was kept at bay. But eventually, the cancer got to the point where the bladder needed to be removed, as well as his prostate and one of his kidneys. | CheckUp
Spring 2005 |
Popular dietary supplement unlikely to affect breast, prostate cancer
The first rigorous study of the dietary supplement resveratrol found that increased consumption of the plant antioxidant is unlikely to prevent breast or prostate cancer. | The Catalyst
May 7, 2004 |
A team for Sabra
Dr. Sabra Slaughter had no idea he had cancer until results from a yearly physical surprised him. His early stage prostate cancer brought fear, uncertainty and life-saving decisions. MUSC experts did what they do everyday – they worked together as a team to heal him. | CheckUp
Summer 2003 |
Am I at risk for prostate cancer?
In general, all men are at risk for prostate cancer. But some are more likely to get it. Find out the risk factors that influence your chances of developing prostate cancer. | CheckUp
Summer 2003 |
New frontiers in prostate cancer treatment
MUSC researchers are exploring new frontiers in the treatment of prostate cancer. These advancements would benefit the 35 percent of prostate cancer patients who are not cured by surgery. “We are striving to cure the incurable,” says Dr. Thomas Keane. | CheckUp
Summer 2003
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Commonly-asked questions about prostate cancer
Have questions about prostate cancer? You are not alone. Here, Dr. Thomas Keane, who directs MUSC Urology Services, answers the questions most men and their loved ones ask. | CheckUp
Summer 2003
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Prostate cancer: early detection helps save lives
More than 189,000 fathers, friends and brothers will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year in the United States. According to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer ranks behind skin cancer a the most common type of cancer affecting American men. | CheckUp
Fall 2002 |
Urinary incontinence: more comfort for an uncomfortable problem
It's not the kind of thing people like to talk about. But for the millions of Americans who suffer from an inability to control their urination, it can have a devastating impact on their lives. | CheckUp
Summer 2002 |
Keane brings urology research, vision
Thomas E. Keane has a vision. Although he cannot read cards or gaze with prophesying assurance into a crystal ball, he can see the healthy progress and potential for many South Carolinians. What this new professor and chairman of MUSC’s Department of Urology foresees is a way to provide the best in urologic and state-of-the-art cancer care for the citizens of South Carolina. | Catalyst
July 12, 2002 |
MUSC urologist to head task force on intersexuality
Ian Aaronson, M.D., director of pediatric urology, has been chosen to head The North American Task Force on Intersexuality – a group charged with the design and execution of long term follow up studies of intersex patients. | Catalyst
May 12, 1999 |
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