Waiting in line for a fusion prostate biopsy—what does a patient know, fear and expect

Significant gaps exist in patient understanding of PCa diagnostics and biopsy procedures, despite the informed consent process. Patients often lack awareness of their individual risk of malignancy, potential outcomes of the biopsy, subsequent follow-up procedures, and the advantages and disadvantages of different biopsy techniques. These knowledge deficits may impair their ability to make informed decisions about their care.