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Posted 8/14/2007 9:33 PM (GMT -7)
  redface How long after ProstRcision seeds implant should a DRE be performed ?
Posted 8/15/2007 12:25 AM (GMT -7)

Hi Johnboy

I have never read any discussion here regarding the ProstRcision procedure.  As I remember it is a brachytherapy type intervention.  I wouldn't be surprised if someone here has an answer to your question.

If you have had this procedure, please share your experience with us.  We all learn from one another. Thanks for being here.

 

 

 

 
Biopsy 10/16/06
T2A,  PSA 4.7
Gleason 4+4=8 right side
adrenocarcinoma of prostate
DaVinci Surgery 01/16/07
Post op report,confirms Gleason4+4=8
no extra extension/invasion identified
age 65
Back on the golf course...
90 day PSA  less than 0.01 (undetectable)
Six Month PSA still undetectable
Beginning injection therapy for ed (08/07/07)
 

Posted 8/15/2007 3:28 PM (GMT -7)
redface  Hi lifeguyd
 
ProstRcision is a procedure performed at the Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia. The procedure consist of  implanting  the prostate with radioactive seeds followed by Precision Conformal Beam Radiation. My psa have discreased from a high of 6 to 4 since I complete my treatment in oct. 2006. The goal is reduce the psa score to 0.2 within  2-5 years after the treatment.
 
Go to their webb site at www.rcog.net for a better explanation
of the program or call them at 404-320-1550/1-800-952-7687.
Posted 8/15/2007 6:46 PM (GMT -7)
Hi ~ JohnBoy & Loved Ones,                   W elcome to…                                       HealingWell                                                                                   and                                     A    “ Special ”    Warm Welcome   to   You !                  KNOWLEDGE     IS     POWER   ...   and   POWER conquers   fear       v      bluebird ~   Moderator for Prostate Cancer Forum
Posted 8/15/2007 6:47 PM (GMT -7)
Hi ~ JohnBoy,   It's the first we’ve heard of this procedure. It’s nice to see another option here on the forum for Newbies to research…     Please consider adding a Signature Line … The Helpful Hints link located in the 2nd locked thread at the top on the prostate main page titled:   Prostate Cancer Resources, Helpful Hints, and Topic Thread Links   will help guide you to getting your signature started…   (this is really helpful to all of us) Keeping you close in thoughts and prayers. In Friendship ~ Lee & Buddy mama bluebird - Lee & Buddy… from North Carolina   v           We invite you to visit our personal thread :   Click Here:   “Our Journey” ~ Sharing is Caring   April 3, 2006  53 on surgery day RRP / Radical Retropubic Prostatectomy PSA 4.6   Gleason  3+3=6    T2a   Confined to Prostate 3rd PSA 08-07-2007 Less than 0.1 Non-Detectable :)
Posted 8/15/2007 7:55 PM (GMT -7)
Hi Bluebird,

Glad to add some new imformation to fight prostate cancer. I thank GOD for this forum and other like it when I was going through my treatment . Only through the discerning spirit of CHRIST can so many come together to give aid comfort to each other.

I gress you see that I am christian and I praise GOD every time I think of the healing process HE has provided.
Posted 8/17/2007 12:21 AM (GMT -7)
Hi Johnboy and welcome - it is really interesting to hear of your (new to us) treatment, and I hope it goes all as planned. If you feel comfortable, please continue to share your experience. It will help and inform many far and near from you. Thanks for your comfort too. I agree! cheers & stay well, keep fighting!
Creed_three
Lana posting for husband CJ (49 years). First PSA 3.5 (Nov 06). Open Radical Prostatectomy on Tuesday 17th April 2007. Gleeson 3 + 4 = 7. Confined to prostate. PSA 0.01 (June 07).

Posted 8/17/2007 7:03 AM (GMT -7)
Johnboy,

Did you go to a prostate cancer treatment center in Georgia for treatment (ROCG I think) ? That one sticks in my mind. I exhchanged e-mails once or twice with a couple of Doc's. Seemed like good people.

Swim
 

Posted 8/17/2007 7:59 PM (GMT -7)
SWIMOM,

Yes, I took all of my prostate cancer treatment at the ROCG (RADIOTHERAPY CLINICS OF GEORGIA). They have some excellent doctors and staff there.

Johnboy
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