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Patrick C. Walsh, M.
Known for: Dr. Patrick Walsh's Guide to Surviving Prostate Cancer
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Dr. Patrick Walsh's Guide to Surviving Prostate Cancer
This comprehensive guide provides men and their families with authoritative information on prostate cancer, including prevention, diagnosis, treatment options, and recovery. Written by Dr. Patrick C. Walsh, a leading urologist and researcher, the book explains the latest medical advances and offers practical advice for managing the disease and maintaining quality of life.
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Understanding the Prostate and How Cancer Develops
To fight something effectively, one must first understand it. The prostate is a small, walnut-sized gland located beneath the bladder and surrounding the urethra. Its role may seem simple — producing seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperm — but physiologically, it sits at the crossroads o...
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Risk Factors and Prevention Strategies
Throughout my career, I’ve observed patterns in who gets prostate cancer and who does not. Age is the most significant factor — risk rises sharply after fifty — but genetics and lifestyle matter profoundly. A man with a father or brother who has had prostate cancer carries roughly double the risk. C...
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About Patrick C. Walsh
Patrick C. Walsh, M.D., is a renowned American urologist and professor at Johns Hopkins University. He is internationally recognized for his pioneering work in prostate cancer research and for developing the nerve-sparing surgical technique that preserves sexual function after prostate surgery.
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