Could HIFU Therapy Be the Prostate Cancer Breakthrough You Need?

Prostate cancer disproportionately impacts Black men, often leading to more aggressive forms of the disease and later diagnoses. Black men are also twice as likely to die from prostate cancer as white Americans. This disparity makes early detection and advanced treatment options critical for improving outcomes. BlackDoctor.org spoke with Dr. Arpeet Shah, a urologist at Advocate South Suburban Hospital, to discuss the importance of early screenings for Black men and the benefits of innovative treatments.  Understanding Prostate Cancer in Black Men Prostate cancer affects Black men at higher rates than their white counterparts, with cases often being more aggressive and diagnosed later. According to Dr. Shah, this increased risk means that Black men need to be particularly vigilant about screening and early detection. “I tell my African American patients to begin screening earlier—around age 40—compared to Caucasian men, who typically start around 50. Screening is simple; it involves a blood test and physical exam. The screening should continue until around 70 to 75, depending on shared decision-making between the patient and their doctor. The goal is to catch prostate cancer early, so we can treat it more effectively and potentially less invasively,” Dr. Shah advises. Early Detection: Key to Better...