Mintage Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Sciences (ISSN: 2320-3315)

Author(s): AHMAD M. SALEH1*, MARJANEH M. FOOLADI2, WASILEH PETRO-NUSTAS2,GHADEER DWEIK3,MOHAMMAD H. ABUADAS

Purpose:The  purpose  of  this  review  was  to  understand  etiology,  epidemiology,  risks  and  predisposing  factors  of  prostate cancer,  recognize  tests  for  early  detection  and prevention of prostate cancer to use it in a clinical setting and primary health care centers.Materials and Methods:Review of literature on prostate cancer screening for early detection  from  various  dimensions,  including  etiology,  epidemiology;  risks  and  predisposing  factors,  screening  strategies  and  lifestyle  were  examined  to  identify  target populations.  The  discussion  addresses  PSA  screening  and  offers  guidelines  to  improve  men’s  health. Results:Although  prostate  cancer  mortality  rates  in  developed countries have declined, in the developing world, men are diagnosed with prostate cancer at an advanced stage.Conclusion:The review article declared that there is a need to use consistent, continual and powerful educational activities for men, giving top priority to screenings