How to code for removal of a bladder calculus via a Mitrofanoff
March 22nd 2024"Per CPT coding instructions, when procedures or services performed by physicians do not have a valid or descriptive CPT or Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) code, the service should be reported using an unlisted code," write Jonathan Rubenstein, MD, and Mark Painter.
Targeted radiation plus systemic therapy combo shows promise in mHSPC
March 18th 2024"The combination of highly potent systemic therapy and targeted radiation has shown impressive results in maintaining low PSA levels after testosterone recovery, offering hope for improved outcomes in these patients, but further studies are still needed to determine the best regimen," says Amar U. Kishan, MD.
Relugolix now available in Canada for advanced prostate cancer
March 13th 2024"Now, physicians in Canada have a once-daily oral GnRH antagonist treatment option in their armamentarium that helps men with advanced prostate cancer by lowering testosterone levels without leading to testosterone flares,” said Fred Saad, MD, FRCS.
Agents show potential to bolster precision medicine in prostate cancer
March 12th 2024"[Now that] we have entered the era of precision and personalized medicine, well-designed clinical trials are needed to address selected focused questions regarding optimal therapy sequencing,” says Maha H.A. Hussain, MBChB.