Outcomes of treatment in men with prostate cancer at the cancer centre Bahamas

Jones, Glenn; Kellini, Osama; Roberts, Robin; Girgis, Nevein; Brown, Carolyn S.; Nottage, Krista Marie; McGowan, Thomas; Quee-Brown, Corrine Sin; Brown, Conville

doi:10.1007/s10552-017-0940-9

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“…Many patients with adequate means seek primary care elsewhere, most often in Florida, which is less than an hour’s flight away. Among men with nonmetastatic disease treated in the Bahamas, most undergo radiation treatment at a single center . Our results support investment in additional surgical and radiation oncology services and provide estimates that can be used to determine the requisite clinicians and equipment.…”

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“…Among men with nonmetastatic disease treated in the Bahamas, most undergo radiation treatment at a single center. 31 Our results support investment in additional surgical and radiation oncology services and provide estimates that can be used to determine the requisite clinicians and equipment. Additional research would be of value to quantify local resources that could be marshaled for an organized screening program.…”

Section: Jama Health Forum | Original Investigationsupporting

confidence: 61%

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Evaluation of Prostate Cancer Screening Strategies in a Low-Resource, High-risk Population in the Bahamas

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IMPORTANCEThe benefit of prostate-specific antigen screening may be greatest in high-risk populations, including men of African descent in the Caribbean. However, organized screening may not be sustainable in low-and middle-income countries.OBJECTIVE To evaluate the expected population outcomes and resource use of conservative prostate-specific antigen screening programs in the Bahamas. DESIGN, SETTING, AND PARTICIPANTS Prostate cancer incidence from GLOBOCAN and prostatespecific antigen screening data for 4300 men from the Bahamas were used to recalibrate 2 decision analytical models previously used to study prostate-specific antigen screening for Black men in the United States. Data on age and results obtained from prostate-specific antigen screening tests

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confidence: 53%

Section: Jama Health Forum | Original Investigationsupporting

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Evaluation of Prostate Cancer Screening Strategies in a Low-Resource, High-risk Population in the Bahamas

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“…All patients in this cohort were treated with EBRT with the option of ADT. 36 A similar analysis performed in Martinique of 370 consecutive men treated with brachytherapy revealed a 5-year biochemical recurrence free survival of 91.6% with improved survival when neoadjuvant hormone therapy was administered. 37 …”

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“…Seven different urologists and oncologists referred patients to the center for treatment during the study period between 2004 and 2016. 36 In contrast, in Jamaica patients often wait 1 to 2 years to receive EBRT due to a limited number of radiation facilities, limiting treatment options for men with localized prostate cancer to open prostatectomy or referral to another island. 5 During a similar period in Martinique, 370 consecutive cases receiving 125 I brachytherapy were reviewed and all patients were found to have been treated consistent with the French Urology Association guidelines with 12.7% receiving neoadjuvant hormone therapy.…”

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Prostate Cancer in the Caribbean: A Baseline Assessment of Current Practices and Potential Needs

2022

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Afro-Caribbean men have a higher risk of prostate cancer than any other population of men in the world. However, the Caribbean is composed of a heterogenous group of healthcare systems located on small islands which makes population-based studies difficult to conduct and interpret. The aim of this review is to compile previously published data on the state of prostate cancer in Caribbean men and to highlight potential healthcare needs that can be addressed by public health efforts. We reviewed three databases and identified relevant papers that were subsequently searched by the authors. Peer-reviewed studies published in the English language after 2010 with a focus on prostate cancer diagnosis, management, and outcomes of Caribbean men were prioritized. Afro-Caribbean men were found to have a higher incidence and mortality rate compared to their counterparts. Misperception about the disease, lack of regional guidelines, and poor access to care are compounding factors that result in worse outcomes for these men compared to high-income nations. Urologists and oncologists in the region, while well-trained, are limited in number and in most cases do not offer newer treatment modalities. Overall, only a few island nations have cancer registries, and there remains a significant need for more population-based studies to assess guideline adherence and outcomes. Until further research and investment in the region is made, the disparity between the care received by Afro-Caribbean men and their counterparts will likely remain.

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Prostate Cancer in the Caribbean

Ramesar,

Hosein,

Samaroo

et al. 2023

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Prostate cancer (PC) is one of the principal causes of cancer death worldwide. The mortality rate for PC in the Caribbean is higher than in many developed countries, and there is a difference in the incidence among the various Caribbean nations. Besides surveillance and screening, these factors increase concerns about genetic and other risk factors causing PC incidence. PC research is limited in scope and regularity in the Caribbean, creating a literature gap. This literature review aims to examine the PC situation in the Caribbean to highlight where further studies are needed. This review includes all available studies on PC in the specified Caribbean population from 1958 to 2023 utilising the keywords "Prostate Cancer and Caribbean" on PubMed, Scopus, and ScienceDirect databases. The information is then structured by Caribbean countries and by seven themes. These themes are PC incidence and mortality, demographics, clinicopathology, genetics, non-genetic risks, diagnosis and treatment, and PC control. The findings demonstrated that countries with low resources are burdened by more severe illnesses with worse PC outcomes. Furthermore, territories with national cancer registries seemed to have enhanced methods for PC management. In conclusion, this review is significant because it provides initial support for researchers, administrators, and planners for PC healthcare. Additionally, it gives an opportunity for further epidemiological analyses that can supply more significant insights into the PC situation in the Caribbean. Further research should focus on prevention strategies and the standardisation of treatment procedures to enhance surveillance and improve patient outcomes.

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Outcomes of treatment in men with prostate cancer at the cancer centre Bahamas

Abstract: This study establishes benchmark statistics from diagnosis to long-term follow-up. Outcomes in Bahamian men are consistent with expectations from risk-stratified guidelines followed in developed countries.

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Evaluation of Prostate Cancer Screening Strategies in a Low-Resource, High-risk Population in the Bahamas

Evaluation of Prostate Cancer Screening Strategies in a Low-Resource, High-risk Population in the Bahamas

Prostate Cancer in the Caribbean: A Baseline Assessment of Current Practices and Potential Needs

Prostate Cancer in the Caribbean

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