Urinary function, sexual function and quality of life after prostate low-dose-rate brachytherapy: a retrospective analysis
LDR brachytherapy is a well-tolerated treatment for localized prostate cancer. While many patients experience acute side effects that subside relatively quickly, there is a small risk of prolonged side effects. This risk should be thoroughly discussed with patients when making treatment decisions.
Authors
- Harri Visapää (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0578-437X)
- Arto Mikkola
- Lauri Mäkelä
- Anssi Pétas (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5370-2378)
Institutions
- University of Helsinki (FI)
- Helsinki University Hospital (FI)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMC Urology
- Published
- 2025-02-28
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12894-025-01718-6
- Primary Topic
- Prostate Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Helsingin Yliopisto