Robert H. Eckel, MD, FAHA, FACC, FNLA, presented “Assessing and Managing Metabolic Risk in Patients with Prostate Cancer” during the 34th International Prostate Cancer Update on February 12, 2024, in Vail, Colorado.
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How to cite: Eckel, Robert H. “Assessing and Managing Metabolic Risk in Patients with Prostate CancerAssessing and Managing Metabolic Risk in Patients with Prostate Cancer.” February 2024. Accessed Dec 2024. https://grandroundsinurology.com/assessing-and-managing-metabolic-risk-in-patients-with-prostate-cancer/
Assessing and Managing Metabolic Risk in Patients with Prostate Cancer – Summary
Robert H. Eckel, MD, FAHA, FACC, FNLA, presents a high-level overview of the assessment of metabolic risk in patients with prostate cancer. He begins with a summary of the known metabolic risks associated with Androgen Deprivation Therapy (ADT) in prostate cancer management.
Dr. Eckel then presents data on the changes in patient body composition, which result from 12 weeks of ADT. He notes that while weight does not significantly change in patients being treated with ADT, he reviews the impact of changes in insulin resistance, waist circumference, and other factors that contribute to metabolic syndrome.
He concludes by examining racial disparities in those who develop metabolic syndrome after being treated with ADT for prostate cancer. He presents a short questionnaire that urologists can use to assess ongoing risk during ADT.
About The 34th Annual International Prostate Cancer Update:
The International Prostate Cancer Update (IPCU), founded in 1990, is a multi-day CME conference focused on prostate cancer treatment updates with expert, international faculty. It is led by expert physicians and is designed for urologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and other healthcare professionals involved in the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer. The 34th iteration of the meeting occurred February 11-14, 2024 in Vail, Colorado. To view more educational presentations from IPCU 34, visit our collection page.
