Recommendations for the Use of Rectal Spacers in Clinical Practice for Patients With Prostate Cancer

Dr Hamstra recommends rectal spacers in certain prostate cancer patients to reduce rectal toxicity, allow dose escalation, and preserve sexual function, but advises judicious use due to potential complications and lack of long-term quality of life data with newer spacers.

EP: 1.The Role of Rectal Spacers in Patients Undergoing Radiation Therapy for Prostate Cancer

EP: 2.Common Adverse Effects in Patients With Prostate Cancer Undergoing Radiation Therapy

EP: 3.Available Rectal Spacer Options for Patients With Prostate Cancer Undergoing Radiation Therapy

EP: 4.Rectal Separation for Prostate Cancer Radiation Therapy: Clinical Data on SpaceOAR and SpaceOAR Vue

EP: 5.Rectal Separation for Prostate Cancer Radiation Therapy: Clinical Data on Barrigel and BioProtect

EP: 6.Impact of Rectal Spacers on Sexual Quality-of-Life After Radiotherapy in Patients With Prostate Cancer

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EP: 7.Recommendations for the Use of Rectal Spacers in Clinical Practice for Patients With Prostate Cancer

EP: 8.Ongoing Studies Investigating Rectal Spacer Benefits in Patients With Prostate Cancer Undergoing Radiation Therapy

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