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Patient Selection for Chemotherapy-Based Combination Regimens in Metastatic Prostate Cancer

Author(s):

Fred Saad, CQ, MD, FRCS, FCAHS

Key Takeaways

  • Chemotherapy is often selected for aggressive or advanced-stage cancers requiring rapid tumor reduction.
  • Patients with specific genetic mutations may benefit more from targeted therapies than chemotherapy.
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The panelist discusses how patient characteristics, disease factors, and individual health status guide the decision to include or avoid chemotherapy in combination treatments for metastatic prostate cancer, weighing potential benefits against risks and quality of life considerations.

Video Content above is prompted by the following:

  • For which patients would you choose or avoid a combination that includes chemotherapy?
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