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`Treatment of Metastatic Castration­Resistant Prostate
`Cancer
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`September 8, 2014
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`Introduction
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`To help doctors give their patients the best possible care, the American Society of Clinical
`Oncology (ASCO), along with Cancer Care Ontario, has developed recommendations on
`systemic, or full­body, treatments for men with metastatic castration­resistant prostate cancer.
`This guide for patients and caregivers is based on ASCO recommendations.
`
`Key Messages:
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`Metastatic castration­resistant prostate cancer is when the cancer has spread to parts
`of the body other than the prostate, and it is able to grow and spread even though
`drugs or other treatments to lower the amount of male sex hormones are being used to
`manage the cancer.
`When deciding on treatments for metastatic castration­resistant prostate cancer, it is
`important to weigh the possible benefits with the risks and costs.
`There are several different treatment options available for this type of prostate cancer.
`In addition to treatment for the cancer, relieving symptoms and side effects is an
`important part of cancer care and treatment.
`
`Background
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`Prostate cancer growth is often driven by male sex hormones called androgens, which include
`testosterone. Because of this, a common treatment option for prostate cancer is to lower the
`levels of androgens in a man’s body. Androgen levels can be lowered by surgically removing
`the testicles or with drugs that stop the testicles from making androgens or block how they
`affect the body. This type of treatment is called hormone therapy or androgen­deprivation
`therapy.
`
`If the cancer spreads to other parts of the body beyond the prostate in a process called
`metastasis, hormone therapy is usually continued. Eventually, many men with metastatic
`prostate cancer develop castration­resistant disease. This means that the cancer is able to
`grow and continue to spread despite using hormone therapy. For men with this type of
`disease, additional treatment is needed to help control the growth of the cancer. These
`treatments may include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and other types of treatments.
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`Recommendations for men with metastatic castration­resistant prostate cancer
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`http://www.cancer.net/research­and­advocacy/asco­care­and­treatment­recommendations­patients/treatment­metastatic­castration­resistant­prostate­cancer
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`ASCO recommends that men with metastatic castration­resistant prostate cancer continue
`hormone therapy to keep androgen levels in the body low, regardless of the other treatments
`used. Relieving side effects, also called symptom management or palliative care, is also an
`important part of cancer care and treatment.
`
`The following treatments may be given in addition to continuing hormone therapy:
`
`Abiraterone (Zytiga) and prednisone (multiple brand names)
`Enzalutamide (Xtandi)
`Radium­223 (Xofigo) for men with cancer that  has spread to the bone
`Docetaxel (Docefrez, Taxotere) and prednisone
`Sipuleucel­T (Provenge) for men who have few or no symptoms from the cancer
`Cabazitaxel (Jevtana) and prednisone for men with prostate cancer that has worsened
`while receiving docetaxel
`
`The following treatments could be options, as well. However, the research has not yet shown
`that they lengthen men’s lives:
`
`Mitoxantrone (Novantrone) plus prednisone
`Bicalutamide (Casodex), flutamide (Eulexin), nilutamide (Nilandron), which are all types
`of anti­androgens
`Ketoconazole (Nizoral, Xolegel)
`Low­dose corticosteroids
`
`The following treatments are not recommended:
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`Bevacizumab (Avastin)
`Estramustine (Emcyt)
`Sunitinib (Sutent)
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`What This Means for Patients
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`A diagnosis of metastatic castration­resistant prostate cancer often means that treatments to
`slow, stop, or eliminate the cancer are no longer working by themselves. This diagnosis is
`stressful, and it may be difficult to discuss with your health care team. There are several
`promising treatments available, each of which affects a man’s life differently. Because of the
`variety of treatment options, men should talk with their doctor about the different treatment
`options for castration­resistant prostate cancer, including the overall goals of treatment,
`possible benefits, the risks, and the costs. Before considering additional treatments, it is
`important to have open and honest conversations with your doctor and health care team to
`express your feelings, preferences, and concerns.  
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`Questions to Ask the Doctor
`
`Consider asking the following questions of your doctor:
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`What type of prostate cancer do I have? What does this mean?
`What is my prognosis (chance of recovery)?
`What clinical trials are open to me?
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`http://www.cancer.net/research­and­advocacy/asco­care­and­treatment­recommendations­patients/treatment­metastatic­castration­resistant­prostate­cancer
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`What treatment plan do you recommend? Why?
`What is the goal of each treatment? Is it to eliminate the cancer, help me feel better, or
`both?
`How well is this treatment likely to work? What are the risks?
`How will we know the treatment is working?
`How will my quality of life change over time?
`What are the next steps if the cancer worsens or comes back?
`What treatments are available to manage the symptoms of the cancer?
`If I’m worried about managing the costs related to my cancer care, who can help me
`with these concerns?
`Where can I find support for me and my family?
`Whom should I call with questions or concerns?
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`Helpful Links
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`Read the entire clinical practice guideline published at www.asco.org/guidelines/mcrpc.
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`Guide to Prostate Cancer
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`Hormone Therapy for Advanced Prostate Cancer
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`Advanced Cancer Care Planning
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`Navigating Challenges Video Series: Talking with Your Cancer Care Team, Making Decisions
`about Your Cancer Treatment, Managing the Cost of Your Cancer Care, and Finding
`Emotional Support after a Cancer Diagnosis
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