UCLA研究将前列腺癌辐射的中度早期副作用与严重的长期问题联系起来。 UCLA study links moderate early side effects from prostate cancer radiation to severe long-term issues.

加州大学洛杉矶分院的一项研究发现,受辐射治疗早期中度副作用影响的前列腺癌患者发展严重长期尿道和肠道问题的几近两倍的可能性。 A UCLA study found that prostate cancer patients experiencing moderate early side effects from radiation therapy are nearly twice as likely to develop severe long-term urinary and bowel issues. 研究人员分析了来自6 500多名病人的数据,强调需要更好地管理早期副作用,以改善长期生活质量。 Analyzing data from over 6,500 patients, researchers highlighted the need for better management of early side effects to improve long-term quality of life. 研究表明,尽可能减少早期副作用也可以减少长期并发症。 The study suggests minimizing early side effects could also reduce long-term complications.