An Analysis of Waiting Times for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Patients with Prostate Cancer Established by the Requirements of the Fast-Track Cancer Treatment Pathway, Taking into Account Treatment Steps

The time limits for diagnosing and commencing the treatment of patients with diagnosed prostate cancer specified by legal regulations and by guidelines of scientific associations are not met in 42% of cases. The greatest delays concern the initiation of the steps of treatment (53%) and comprehensive diagnostics (37%). The diagnostic pathways should be modified to facilitate early and rapid detection of prostate cancer and to allow further therapy within the time limit strictly defined by regulations and guidelines of scientific associations.