Monitoring for prostate cancer

Monitoring means your doctor will keep a close eye on you rather than recommending treatment straight away. You may feel fearful or angry about monitoring your cancer instead of receiving treatment. All treatments come with side effects, and your doctor will only recommend a treatment if they believe the benefits outweigh the risks for you.

There are two types of monitoring. Check with your doctor which type you are being offered.

Sometimes EBRT and brachytherapy are combined.

For high-intermediate- and high-risk prostate cancer, radiotherapy is often combined with hormone therapy to improve outcomes.

Follow this link to learn more about hormone therapy for prostate cancer.

This chapter contains general information about prostate cancer treatments. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Always consult your doctor or healthcare provider for guidance on your individual medical situation.

The development of this chapter was funded by Ferring Pharmaceuticals. Its content has been independently developed and approved by the EAU Patient Office.

Last updated: May 2025