Non-metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer: the evolving treatment landscape and role of nurse specialists.

Andrew Hunnisett, Debbie Victor

British journal of nursing (Mark Allen Publishing) 2022 May 26

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Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer in men in the UK. Within 2 years of diagnosis, one-third of patients with non-metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (nmCRPC) will develop metastatic disease, which is associated with significantly greater morbidity and mortality compared to disease without metastases. The approval of second-generation androgen receptor inhibitors such as darolutamide has transformed the nmCRPC treatment landscape because they lead to prolonged metastasis-free survival and better maintenance of quality of life compared with placebo. Early identification of patients with nmCRPC who are suitable for treatment is imperative because most of these patients are asymptomatic. Clinical nurse specialists (CNSs) play a critical, supportive role in the management of disease and treatment follow-up. This product-focused article discusses the use of darolutamide in nmCRPC and the vital role that CNSs play in the management and care of patients with prostate cancer.

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Andrew Hunnisett, Debbie Victor. Non-metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer: the evolving treatment landscape and role of nurse specialists. British journal of nursing (Mark Allen Publishing). 2022 May 26;31(10):S4-S13