Cancer Med April 2023 PMID 36775929

Cryotherapy for partial gland ablation of prostate cancer: Oncologic and safety outcomes.

Mamdouh N Aker, Wayne G Brisbane, Lorna Kwan, Samantha Gonzalez, Alan M Priester, Adam Kinnaird, Merdie K Delfin, Ely Felker, Anthony E Sisk, David Kuppermann, Leonard S Marks

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Feb 2023 – Sep 2025

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What people are saying

Overall, these discussions reflect a cautious interest in the new findings, with some posts emphasizing the safety benefits of cryotherapy, like low morbidity, while others focus on its limited effectiveness, such as the 35% persistence of cancer. The tone varies from supportive to skeptical, which influences the neutral agreement and impact scores, highlighting a recognition of the research's importance but also its current limitations.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions show mixed reactions; some express positive views on the safety aspects, while others highlight limitations with cryotherapy's effectiveness, indicating a neutral position overall.

InterestModerate interest

Participants recognize the importance of prostate cancer treatments and recent research, demonstrated by the mention of multiple research groups and detailed findings, but the overall curiosity is moderate.

EngagementModerate engagement

Many posts reference specific studies, methods, and outcomes, suggesting engaged analysis, but the tone remains somewhat informational rather than deeply investigative.

ImpactNeutral impact

The conversations acknowledge the scientific value of the research and its potential influence on treatment choices, though some posts emphasize limitations and need for further validation, tempering the perceived impact.

Abstract in brief

  • This study explored the use of cryotherapy as a partial gland ablation technique for prostate cancer, focusing on its safety and effectiveness over 6 to 18 months.
  • Results showed that most patients had no clinically significant prostate cancer upon follow-up biopsies, with many MRI lesions disappearing and PSA levels declining, indicating treatment success.
  • While urinary functions were mostly unaffected, sexual function experienced moderate decline; overall, cryotherapy was found to be a safe and somewhat effective option for treating intermediate-risk prostate cancer when monitored carefully.

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Allen Edel
@TallAllen · X

Yet another trial of focal thermoablation, cryo, proving substandard results - 35% still had csPCa (only 46% had no PCa, and that neither MRI nor PSA were good indicators. Why is there no biochemical analysis to explain it? @BehfarEdhaie https://t.co/RytoPVjlSK

Feb 14, 2023 · 21 likes · 9 shares · 345 followers View post →
UCLA Radiology
@RadiologyUcla · X

Researchers from @RadiologyUCLA, @UclaUrology, @UCLA_Pathology, @dgsomucla, @UAlberta & @AvendaHealth investigated the use of partial gland ablation with #cryotherapy for treatment of intermediate-risk #ProstateCancer. Here's what they found ➡️ https://t.co/QyMse7bget

Mar 2, 2023 · 5 likes · 1 share · 2,045 followers View post →
UCLA Radiology
@RadiologyUcla · X

Recent findings in #CancerMed following a prospective, observational trial of outpatient partial gland ablation #cryotherapy for prostate cancer: https://t.co/QyMse7bget Researchers from @RadiologyUCLA, @UclaUrology, @UCLA_Pathology, @dgsomucla, @UAlberta & @AvendaHealth.

Mar 3, 2023 · 3 likes · 1 share · 2,045 followers View post →
Adam B. Weiner, MD
@Adam_Weiner535 · X

Sep 17, 2025 · 2 likes · 3,347 followers View post →
UCLA Radiology
@RadiologyUcla · X

New in #CancerMed: "Cryotherapy for partial gland ablation of prostate cancer: Oncologic & safety outcomes" by @RadiologyUCLA's Dr. Ely Felker & colleagues from @UclaUrology, @UCLA_Pathology, @dgsomucla, @UAlberta & @AvendaHealth. https://t.co/QyMse7bget

Feb 21, 2023 · 2 likes · 2,045 followers View post →
Jim Hu
@jimhumd · X

@MichaelAhdootMD @aleczhu @SGereta @JudithStKr @DoctorMargolis @TennyZhang @nyphospital @WCMUrology Our 43% comprehensive biopsy + rate (after censoring) at 2 years is similar to the Aker and Lenny Marks @UclaUrology series. We excluded Gleason 3+3 from analysis. Upside is low morbidity. https://t.co/cka7KQtBsr https://t.co/eBuZzUYaE5

May 21, 2023 · 1 like · 4,278 followers View post →

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Adam B. Weiner, MD
@Adam_Weiner535 · X

Sep 17, 2025 · 2 likes · 3,347 followers View post →
Jim Hu
@jimhumd · X

@MichaelAhdootMD @aleczhu @SGereta @JudithStKr @DoctorMargolis @TennyZhang @nyphospital @WCMUrology Our 43% comprehensive biopsy + rate (after censoring) at 2 years is similar to the Aker and Lenny Marks @UclaUrology series. We excluded Gleason 3+3 from analysis. Upside is low morbidity. https://t.co/cka7KQtBsr https://t.co/eBuZzUYaE5

May 21, 2023 · 1 like · 4,278 followers View post →
UCLA Radiology
@RadiologyUcla · X

Recent findings in #CancerMed following a prospective, observational trial of outpatient partial gland ablation #cryotherapy for prostate cancer: https://t.co/QyMse7bget Researchers from @RadiologyUCLA, @UclaUrology, @UCLA_Pathology, @dgsomucla, @UAlberta & @AvendaHealth.

Mar 3, 2023 · 3 likes · 1 share · 2,045 followers View post →
David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
@dgsomucla · X

RT @RadiologyUcla: Researchers from @RadiologyUCLA, @UclaUrology, @UCLA_Pathology, @dgsomucla, @UAlberta & @AvendaHealth investigated the u…

Mar 2, 2023 · 1 share · 6,393 followers View post →
UCLA Radiology
@RadiologyUcla · X

Researchers from @RadiologyUCLA, @UclaUrology, @UCLA_Pathology, @dgsomucla, @UAlberta & @AvendaHealth investigated the use of partial gland ablation with #cryotherapy for treatment of intermediate-risk #ProstateCancer. Here's what they found ➡️ https://t.co/QyMse7bget

Mar 2, 2023 · 5 likes · 1 share · 2,045 followers View post →
UCLA Radiology
@RadiologyUcla · X

New in #CancerMed: "Cryotherapy for partial gland ablation of prostate cancer: Oncologic & safety outcomes" by @RadiologyUCLA's Dr. Ely Felker & colleagues from @UclaUrology, @UCLA_Pathology, @dgsomucla, @UAlberta & @AvendaHealth. https://t.co/QyMse7bget

Feb 21, 2023 · 2 likes · 2,045 followers View post →
Eric Barret
@barret_e · X

RT @TallAllen: Yet another trial of focal thermoablation, cryo, proving substandard results - 35% still had csPCa (only 46% had no PCa, and…

Feb 17, 2023 · 9 shares · 1,032 followers View post →
Yuan James Rao
@yuanjamesrao · X

RT @TallAllen: Yet another trial of focal thermoablation, cryo, proving substandard results - 35% still had csPCa (only 46% had no PCa, and…

Feb 15, 2023 · 9 shares · 2,315 followers View post →
Inga Peters
@IngaPeters2017 · X

RT @TallAllen: Yet another trial of focal thermoablation, cryo, proving substandard results - 35% still had csPCa (only 46% had no PCa, and…

Feb 15, 2023 · 9 shares · 124 followers View post →
Daniel E Spratt
@DrSpratticus · X

RT @TallAllen: Yet another trial of focal thermoablation, cryo, proving substandard results - 35% still had csPCa (only 46% had no PCa, and…

Feb 15, 2023 · 9 shares · 11,132 followers View post →
Alberto Pieretti
@PierettiAlberto · X

RT @TallAllen: Yet another trial of focal thermoablation, cryo, proving substandard results - 35% still had csPCa (only 46% had no PCa, and…

Feb 15, 2023 · 9 shares · 414 followers View post →
Sandeep Arora
@LetDdiceFlyHigh · X

RT @TallAllen: Yet another trial of focal thermoablation, cryo, proving substandard results - 35% still had csPCa (only 46% had no PCa, and…

Feb 15, 2023 · 9 shares · 2,988 followers View post →
Adam B. Weiner, MD
@Adam_Weiner535 · X

RT @TallAllen: Yet another trial of focal thermoablation, cryo, proving substandard results - 35% still had csPCa (only 46% had no PCa, and…

Feb 14, 2023 · 9 shares · 3,347 followers View post →
Allen Edel
@TallAllen · X

Yet another trial of focal thermoablation, cryo, proving substandard results - 35% still had csPCa (only 46% had no PCa, and that neither MRI nor PSA were good indicators. Why is there no biochemical analysis to explain it? @BehfarEdhaie https://t.co/RytoPVjlSK

Feb 14, 2023 · 21 likes · 9 shares · 345 followers View post →
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