About Prostate Cancer

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The prostate gland is part of a man's reproductive and urinary systems. The prostate is oval shaped with a rounded tip. It is approximately 4 cm wide and 3 cm thick. The actual size of the prostate varies from man to man. It can range from the size of a walnut to a small apple.

The prostate surrounds the base (or neck) of the bladder. It has 2 lobes that surround the urethra. The urethra carries urine from the bladder, through the prostate, and out the penis.

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Structure

The prostate gland is covered in a layer of connective tissue called the prostatic capsule.

The prostate gland is made up of different types of cells:

• gland cells that produce the fluid portion of semen
• muscle cells that control urine flow and ejaculation
• fibrous cells that provide the supportive structure of the gland

Some structures around the prostate are:

• seminal vesicles – These glands produce semen and are found on both sides of the prostate.
• vas deferens – These tubes carry sperm from the testicles to the seminal vesicles.
• nerve bundles – These nerves control bladder and erectile function and are found on both sides of the prostate.
• muscles – These muscles control urination.     Best Prostate Cancer Treatment in India

Zones of the prostate

The prostate gland is divided into 3 zones:

• peripheral
• transition
• central

Peripheral zone

The peripheral zone is the area of the prostate that is closest to the rectum. It can easily be felt by the doctor during a digital rectal examination (DRE). It is the largest zone of the prostate gland.

The majority of prostate tumours (approximately 75%) are found in the peripheral zone.

Transition zone

The transition zone is the middle area of the prostate, between the peripheral and central zones. It surrounds the urethra as it passes through the prostate. This zone makes up about 20% of the prostate gland until the age of 40.

As men age, the transition zone begins to enlarge, until it becomes the largest area of the prostate. This is called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). When the transition zone enlarges, it pushes the peripheral zone of the prostate toward the rectum.

Central zone

The central zone is in front of the transition zone. It is the part of the prostate that is farthest from the rectum. Because of this, prostate cancer in this zone cannot be felt by the doctor during a DRE.

Function of prostate

The main function of the prostate is to produce the fluid portion of semen. The gland cells within the prostate produce a thin fluid rich in proteins and minerals that maintain and nourish sperm. This fluid is made continuously. The excess passes from the body in the urine. When a man is sexually aroused, the prostate produces larger amounts of this fluid. It then mixes with sperm and is ejaculated as semen.

The prostate also plays a part in controlling the flow of urine. The urethra runs from the bladder, through the prostate, and out through the penis. The muscle fibres of the prostate are wrapped around the urethra and are under involuntary nervous system control. These fibres contract to slow and stop the flow of urine.

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Medical management and treatment of Prostate Cancer 
You and your doctor may decide to treat your Prostate Cancer Treatment in India with surgery, radiation therapy, hormone therapy, or a combination. As part of your treatment in the oncocare.in, patients have their cases reviewed weekly by nationally recognized experts in Radiation oncology -- medical oncologists, radiation oncologists  -- who are supported by a specially trained nursing and physician-assistant staff with specific expertise in Radiation Oncology. Together, this team recommends personalized, patient specific Prostate cancer Treatment in India.

There are many variables that are taken into consideration when your Prostate Cancer treatment plan is devised and discussed in the weekly conference such as other health risks, the level of your disease and past health history. Main treatment options may include one or more of the following:

Radical prostatectomy (surgery)
Radiation therapy with the intent to cure
Treatment plans can include intensity modulated radiation therapy, proton therapy and brachytherapy (seeds) [see the Radiation Oncology website for more information].
Hormone therapy
Chemical or surgical castration to remove the source of hormones fueling the cancer. Though not curative, hormone therapy can keep the cancer at bay for an extended time.
Chemotherapy
Active surveillance with regular medical checkups
Cryotherapy
This procedure freezes the cancerous tissue and is used when other therapies have failed.
Referral to the High Risk Prostate Cancer
Surgery
Surgery for prostate cancer, called a radical prostatectomy, is used with intent to cure and involves removing the entire prostate gland and some of the nearby tissue. There are a number of ways to perform this surgery, including open, laparoscopic and robotic. Your surgeon will discuss the advantages and disadvantages for each of these options. Our team has considerable experience in performing this type of Prostate Cancer Surgery.

Robotic prostatectomy with intent to cure is becoming a sought after surgical option. duplicates the standard surgery to remove the Prostate Gland but with smaller incisions. The goal of this procedure is to excise the Prostate Cancer Treatment in India completely, provide good urinary continence post-operatively and maintain ability to have erections after the Prostate Cancer Surgery in India.

Our robotic surgery is made up of five urologic oncologists and one urologist, all specializing in robotic surgery and performs hundreds of prostatectomies each year.

Robotic surgery uses slender telescope-like instruments placed through small incisions as opposed to a large incision that is typical in an open surgery. The surgeon controls the robot from a console next to the patient where the operating field can be viewed in three dimensions. This type of technology, which acts as an extension of the surgeons hands, allowing for more accurate surgery with better outcomes, less pain, less risk of wound infection, less blood loss, less scarring and faster recovery time.

All prostate surgical techniques carry a risk of urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction. Your surgeon will explain these risks and help you connect to Dr. Kundan singh Chufal Best Coordinator Oncology, Head Radiation Oncology,Senior Consultant, Batra Cancer Centre where you and your spouse or partner can receive aftercare and support.