Specialist techniques and technology for treating prostate cancer that are proven to be effective. Our teams of expert consultants offer the latest prostate cancer treatment options without delay. There are a number of different treatments used for the management of prostate cancer, and, depending on the circumstances, if one treatment isn't suitable for you or you find it's not working well, there may be other options to consider.
Prostate cancer treatments include surgery, radiotherapy, hormone therapy, chemotherapy, Theranostics or a combination of these. Your consultant will discuss and agree the best treatment plan for you based on your diagnosis and needs to ensure you achieve the best possible outcome.
Radiotherapy radiation therapy uses targeted, high-energy radiation beams to destroy cancer cells. Our latest-generation radiotherapy machines are designed to deliver highly targeted treatment to maximise effectiveness and minimise side effects, such as impotence and incontinence. The accuracy of these technologies, together with the expertise of our teams, means that we can often complete a course of radiotherapy in a shorter amount of time β sometimes in just one week.
Your consultant will explain these to you when discussing your treatment plan. Recent advances in radiotherapy technology means patients with prostate cancer can now be treated in as little as five days over the course of one week with minimal disruption to your day-to-day life, instead of the standard radiotherapy sessions over many weeks.
We use highly accurate targeting, so high doses of radiotherapy are aimed precisely at the treatment area, whilst exposure to surrounding healthy tissue is minimised, reducing the risk of side effects. Volumetric modulated arc therapy VMAT is an advanced form of radiotherapy that directs beams of radiation while the machine moves in an arc across your body.
