Genetic Mutation in Castration-resistant Prostate Cancer Identified

Scientists have discovered genetic mutation in castration-resistant prostate cancer. This mutation enables the tumor to make its own supply of androgens, a hormone that fuels the growth of the prostate cancer. Prostate cancer requires a constant supply of androgens in order to sustain itself. The current standard of care for patients with metastatic prostate cancer is medical castration, the ability to interfere with the body's production of testosterone (androgens) ...

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