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Triggers for treatment
Values represent frequency (percentage).
| Reason | N=64 |
|---|---|
| Patient Preference | 19 (30%) |
| Biopsy Volume Progression | 15 (23%) |
| Biopsy Grade Progression | 14 (22%) |
| MRI Result | 9 (14%) |
| Change in PSA Value or Digital Rectal Examination | 4 (6%) |
| Prolaris Result (tissue-based biomarker) | 3 (5%) |
Abbreviation: MRI=magnetic resonance imaging, PSA=prostate-specific antigen
