{"id":39618,"date":"2023-05-12T07:51:00","date_gmt":"2023-05-12T07:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/?p=39618"},"modified":"2023-10-19T13:50:46","modified_gmt":"2023-10-19T13:50:46","slug":"percentage-prostate-biopsies-cancer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/prostate-health\/percentage-prostate-biopsies-cancer\/","title":{"rendered":"What Percentage of Prostate Biopsies Detect Cancer?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Prostate cancer is rated second on the list of the most common cancers that develop in male patients.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:post-content -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When your doctor suspects prostate cancer, they will often suggest a prostate biopsy.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Not all of these biopsies come back positive, so you might have questions about when a biopsy is not needed.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Keep reading to learn what percentage of prostate biopsies are cancer.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-percentage-of-prostate-biopsies-are-cancer\">What Percentage Of Prostate Biopsies Are Cancer?<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Although prostate biopsies are a valuable tool for diagnosing cancer, it&#8217;s important to understand that a significant portion of these biopsies result in negative findings.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Approximately 75% of prostate biopsies come back without any evidence of cancer<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With this said, it\u2019s also not the most accurate diagnostic tool, as negative cancers are also often reported.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":39683,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"760\" height=\"428\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.bensnaturalhealth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Prostate-Biopsy-Infographic-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"prostate biopsy infographic\" class=\"wp-image-39683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Prostate-Biopsy-Infographic-1-1.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Prostate-Biopsy-Infographic-1-1-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-are-doctors-recommending-prostate-biopsies-if-they-aren-t-always-needed\">Why Are Doctors Recommending Prostate Biopsies If They Aren\u2019t Always Needed?<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A biopsy is frequently recommended when signs of prostate cancer are present. However, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cochrane.org\/CD012663\/PROSTATE_prostate-mri-or-without-mri-targeted-biopsy-better-systematic-biopsy-detecting-prostate-cancer-men\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">study<\/a> suggests that the use of a <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.bensnaturalhealth.com\/prostate-mri-vs-biopsy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">prostate MRI<\/a> may be more effective in detecting cancer within the gland compared to biopsies.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.bensnaturalhealth.com\/advanced-prostate-cancer-risk-assessment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">alternative screening options<\/a> that are less invasive, the question remains &#8211; why do doctors sometimes advise a prostate biopsy when there are other diagnostic tools that can be used?\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The reasons for this choice may vary, but in some cases, it could be attributed to physicians adhering to traditional protocols established during their training.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Due to the massive size of the pharmaceutical industry, doctors may also prefer to use a biopsy in the diagnosis of prostate cancer in order to present pharmaceutical solutions as a treatment for your condition.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Statistics show that by the year 2028, the prostate cancer treatment industry will reach a global worth of $25.43 billion. Between 2022 and 2028, the market is also expected to grow at an annual rate of 5.6%.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Major players in the market all focus on the use of pharmaceuticals to treat prostate cancer and related complications in male patients.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Hence, some doctors may opt for a biopsy due to the influence and involvement of the pharmaceutical industry in contemporary medicine.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When you undergo a prostate biopsy, it\u2019s important to know the <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.bensnaturalhealth.com\/side-effects-prostate-biopsy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">risks<\/a> so you can make an informed decision.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Pain in your prostate area can linger on for a while, as your doctor will usually take multiple samples during the biopsy procedure. Apart from pain, there are complications that you also need to recognize.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>There is a risk of prolonged bleeding after you undergo a prostate biopsy. Additionally, some people experience pain that gradually gets worse.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Urination difficulties and fever are also complications that you could experience after the procedure.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-word-from-ben-s-natural-health\">A Word From Ben&#8217;s Natural Health<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Many doctors solely follow the data that they have in medical books and based on their time at University, which often leads to a prostate biopsy even in cases where it\u2019s not required.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Understanding the risks of a prostate biopsy can help you understand when it might be time to get a second opinion and why alternative solutions are sometimes better.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In our view, a significantly safer and less invasive alternative to a prostate biopsy is our <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.bensnaturalhealth.com\/advanced-prostate-cancer-risk-assessment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Advanced Prostate Cancer Risk Assessment (APCRA)<\/a>. This consists of non-invasive blood tests and specialized color Doppler scans.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The diversity and advanced nature of certain blood tests make them a highly viable alternative to a prostate biopsy, particularly if you prefer non-invasive diagnostic methods and treatments.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>To learn more or book our Advanced Prostate Cancer Risk Assessment, please\u00a0<a href=\"tel:+1-888-868-3554\">call our customer service team<\/a>\u00a0on\u00a0<a href=\"tel:+1-888-868-3554\">+1-888-868-3554<\/a>\u00a0who will be happy to assist you and offer any further information.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explore More<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":14470,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"custom\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a 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