Med. praxi. 2012;9(12):490-495
Prostate diseases – prostate inflammations, benign prostatic hyperplasia, or malignant cancer – have a high incidence in the population;
therefore, they are encountered by physicians of all specialities. This area of urology is developing dynamically, with new knowledge emerging
and new strategies resulting. The article summarizes the current trends and also includes practical information on the management
of prostate diseases. These conditions are, as a rule, diagnosed by a urologist. Nevertheless, fundamental knowledge of etiopathogenesis,
diagnosis, and treatment can facilitate the care of these patients for the general practitioner and improve collaboration with the specialist.
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