Bashir Al Hussein Al Awamlh Archive — Page 1 of 1

Microscopic tissue section stained predominantly blue-purple, showing densely packed cells, gland-like spaces, and fibrous bands.

January 24, 2024

Long-term follow-up pinpoints side effects of treatments for prostate cancer patients

A 10-year follow up study of nearly 2,500 U.S. men who received prostate cancer treatment will help inform decision making in terms of treatments and side effects for a diverse population.

By Craig Boerner

Professional head-and-shoulders portrait of Bashir Al Hussein Al Awamlh, MD, wearing a dark suit, white shirt, and tie against a softly blurred beige background.

April 3, 2023

More U.S. prostate cancer patients choosing active surveillance

A Vanderbilt study found the number of prostate cancer patients in the U.S. choosing active surveillance over surgery or radiation has rapidly increased since 2010, rising from 16% to 60% for low-risk patients and from 8% to 22% for patients with favorable intermediate-risk cancers.

By Craig Boerner