EARLY DETECTION AND SCREENING FOR PROSTATE CANCER

Purpose: The purpose of this review was to understand etiology, epidemiology, risks and predisposing factors of prostate cancer, recognize tests for early detection and prevention of prostate cancer to use it in a clinical setting and primary health care centers. Materials and Methods: Review of literature on prostate cancer screening for early detection from various dimensions, including etiology, epidemiology; risks and predisposing factors, screening strategies and lifestyle were examined to identify target populations. The discussion addresses PSA screening and offers guidelines to improve men’s health. Results: Although prostate cancer mortality rates in developed countries have declined, in the developing world, men are diagnosed with prostate cancer at an advanced stage. Conclusion: The review article declared that there is a need to use consistent, continual and powerful educational activities for men, giving top priority to screenings.