This early stage is often detected through routine screenings, such as a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test and a digital rectal exam (DRE), before any symptoms arise. Because the disease is limited, the prognosis for stage 1 prostate cancer is generally excellent. The two main factors used to classify your cancer are:

Single-port robotic surgery through a single small incision may have advantages over multi-port surgery for postoperative recovery.

Today' anchor Al Roker was first diagnosed after bloodwork at a routine checkup showed elevated prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels. He talks to PEOPLE about how that diagnosis has changed his health for the better.

DURHAM – A Durham startup focusing on improving outcomes from prostate cancer surgery now has $6.6 million in its tool chest to further advance its research and development. Levee Medical on Tuesday announced the fundraising and says it intends to ...