Exploring your treatment options with clarity
When it comes to treating prostate cancer, there are several options available, and understanding each one is an important part of making the right decision for you. Research shows that treatments can significantly impact quality of life, and that many patients feel they need clearer information about what each treatment involves.¹
Studies show that patients who are well informed about their treatment options feel more confident, experience reduced anxiety, and a decrease in doubts around their treatment decisions.² Taking time to understand the benefits, risks, and practicalities of each approach – and discussing them openly with your healthcare team – can make a real difference in how you feel about your care.
How these videos support patients:
These short, animated videos – developed with healthcare professionals and patients – walk through the main treatment options for prostate cancer, including radical prostatectomy, external beam radiotherapy, high dose rate brachytherapy, pelvic lymph node dissection, active surveillance, and androgen deprivation therapy. Each video explains what the treatment involves, what to expect before and after, and how it may impact daily life – helping patients feel better prepared for shared decision‑making conversations with their doctor.
Radical Prostatectomy
Learn about radical prostatectomy, a surgical procedure to remove remove the prostate gland and seminal vesicles, with or without pelvic lymph node dissection.
External Beam Radiotherapy
Understand external beam radiotherapy, a non-invasive treatment that uses targeted radiation to treat prostate cancer, including planning, delivery, and side effects.
High Dose Rate Brachytherapy
Discover high dose rate brachytherapy, an internal radiation treatment delivering precise doses directly into the prostate.
Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection
Learn about pelvic lymph node dissection, a surgical procedure used to assess or treat the spread of prostate cancer.
Active Surveillance
Understand active surveillance, a strategy for monitoring low-risk prostate cancer through regular tests and delaying treatment when appropriate.
Androgen Deprivation Therapy
Explore androgen deprivation therapy, a treatment that suppresses or blocks the effects of androgens, primarily testosterone, to slow prostate cancer growth, including options and side effects.