Abstract
When LH-RH (now: GNRH) analogues were first used for the treatment of prostate cancer, the castration level was arbitrarily defined as a testosterone level of less than 50ng/dl. Since then, numerous studies have shown that a permanent lowering of the testosterone level, e.g. by buserelin, to values lower than 20ng/dl is associated with a significant improvement in outcomes. This has been proven in recent studies. Therefore, a castration level with testosterone values of less than 20ng/dl is required. In addition, hormone withdrawal with GNRH analogues continues to provide the basic therapy for new treatment options, e.g. with abiraterone, enzalutamide or apalutamide.
| Translated title of the contribution | Current data on the target value of testosterone lowering and the associated research since the first administration of LHRH (GnRH) analogues to patients 40 years ago |
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| Original language | German |
| Journal | Aktuelle Urologie |
| Volume | 51 |
| Issue number | 6 |
| Pages (from-to) | 552-556 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| ISSN | 0001-7868 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 01.12.2020 |
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
DFG Research Classification Scheme
- 2.22-23 Reproductive Medicine, Urology
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