Prostate carcinoma practice patterns: What do they tell us about the diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes of patients with prostate carcinoma?

Variations in prostate carcinoma practice patterns and outcomes exist. The completion of randomized trials is required to determine the preferred strategy for the detection and treatment of localized prostate carcinoma. Implementation of results from completed randomized trials would enhance the delivery of evidence-based androgen suppression therapy for patients with advanced prostate carcinoma.