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PSA levels after prostatectomy

The expected PSA levels after radical prostatectomy and their implications on patient outcomes

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Jan 16, 2026
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How do Gleason score and surgical margin status interact with PSA doubling time to predict metastasis?

Gleason score and PSA doubling time (PSADT) are strong, largely independent predictors of metastatic progression after radical prostatectomy, with higher Gleason grades and shorter PSADTs both linked ...

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How soon after prostatectomy should PSA be tested to detect biochemical recurrence?

After radical prostatectomy, PSA is expected to fall to undetectable levels within weeks to months, and guidelines generally advise the first postoperative PSA check at about 6–8 weeks; thereafter mos...