SurgTalk Episode 12: PSA and prostate cancer SurgTalk

This is the case of a 72 year old male referred by his GP to the rapid access prostate clinic with an elevated PSA of 7. He attends for annual PSA testing with his GP and his most recent result last year was 5.2. The first question in this case is what is a PSA and what is its clinical relevance.

SurgTalk is an educational podcast series designed to support the undergraduate surgical curriculum in Trinity College Dublin. Hosted by Susie O'Neill, Clinical Lecturer in Surgery, produced by Paul Quinlan and funded by The Monkstown Hospital Foundation, this is a case-based series where consultant surgeons are interviewed on their approach to common clinical presentations. This podcast may not reflect the curriculum of other universities. This podcast series is designed for educational purposes and is not a source for medical advice or expert opinion. You should consult your physician or other health care professional if you are seeking medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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