Prostate Knowledge Center

Screening, diagnosis, and treatment guidance from the HALO Diagnostics prostate team.

Laser Focal Therapy Clinical Trials & Publications

Laser Focal Therapy Clinical Trials & Publications

The active and completed ClinicalTrials.gov studies, and peer-reviewed publications, behind HALO’s laser focal therapy program for prostate cancer…

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The 6 Most Effective Natural Remedies for an Enlarged Prostate

The 6 Most Effective Natural Remedies for an Enlarged Prostate

Just as ears and noses get bigger as we age, the prostate gland continues to grow over time.1 In fact, enlarged prostate–also known as…

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Understanding PSA Levels & The PSA Test

Understanding PSA Levels & The PSA Test

What is a PSA test normal range? What is a dangerous PSA level? When you or a loved one receive a PSA score, some of the first questions…

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The Problem with Systematic Prostate Biopsy

The Problem with Systematic Prostate Biopsy

When prostate cancer is suspected, a biopsy is needed to confirm—or rule out—a cancer diagnosis. During a biopsy, a needle is inserted into…

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Minimally Invasive Prostate Cancer Treatments

Minimally Invasive Prostate Cancer Treatments

As with any cancer treatment, selecting the best prostate cancer treatment from the available options depends on the type and spread of the…

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What is Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)?

What is Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)?

Prostate cancer affects 1 in 8 men every year, but it isn’t the only prostate disease men over 40 face. In fact, far more men are diagnosed…

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How Focal Therapy Is the Future of Prostate Cancer Treatment

How Focal Therapy Is the Future of Prostate Cancer Treatment

Focal therapy has emerged as a leading prostate cancer treatment option by effectively treating the disease while minimizing side-effects.…

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The AUA Now Recommends Prostate MRI Before Biopsy

The AUA Now Recommends Prostate MRI Before Biopsy

“There is now sufficient data to support the use of prostate MRI in all men before their initial prostate biopsy when the MRI is of…

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What’s the Difference Between TULSA-PRO & Laser Focal Therapy for Prostate Cancer & BPH?

What’s the Difference Between TULSA-PRO & Laser Focal Therapy for Prostate Cancer & BPH?

HALO Diagnostics is proud to now offer TULSA-PRO® as a treatment for prostate cancer and BPH. Dr. Ara Karamanian, head of HALO Dx’s…

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New PSMA PET Aid at HALO Dx Helps Diagnose Prostate Cancer

New PSMA PET Aid at HALO Dx Helps Diagnose Prostate Cancer

Almost 20 years in the making, researchers say PYLARIFY® is a triumph for the field of molecular and diagnostic imaging.Another…

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The Role of the Primary Care Physician in Prostate Cancer Screening

The Role of the Primary Care Physician in Prostate Cancer Screening

Turning 40 years of age begets a number of rites of passage. For men of a certain age, and/or those with a history of cancer or other…

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Biomarkers and Genomics in Prostate Cancer Diagnostics and Treatment

Biomarkers and Genomics in Prostate Cancer Diagnostics and Treatment

Most men are already familiar with the PSA test, the prostate-specific antigen test which is the most commonly used blood test to assess…

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How MRI & Genomics Could Prevent 1 in 6 Prostate Cancer Deaths

How MRI & Genomics Could Prevent 1 in 6 Prostate Cancer Deaths

A new study suggests that screening for prostate cancer using genetic testing and a multiparametric MRI (mpMRI) scan before an invasive…

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Recovering from Prostate Cancer – What to Expect

Recovering from Prostate Cancer – What to Expect

Whether you are recovering from prostate cancer or considering your options, the nature and length of your recovery can depend on how well…

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The Statistics of Prostate Cancer

The Statistics of Prostate Cancer

Statistics have the power to motivate people to recognize symptoms, assess their risk factors, and get screened. Let’s look at prostate…

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3 Things to Consider When Choosing the Right Prostate Treatment

3 Things to Consider When Choosing the Right Prostate Treatment

When it comes to making a prostate cancer treatment decision, the good news is that there are many options available to patients. On the…

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6 Steps to Reducing Your Prostate Cancer Risk

6 Steps to Reducing Your Prostate Cancer Risk

About 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in his lifetime.1 This staggering statistic means that you may personally know…

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Early Signs of Prostate Cancer

Early Signs of Prostate Cancer

After a prostate cancer diagnosis, many people may look back and wonder if they missed any warning signs. It is important to know that…

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Laser Focal Therapy Myths Busted

Laser Focal Therapy Myths Busted

Don’t let fiction trump facts when it comes to your prostate cancer or BPH treatment.Like you, many patients have questions about laser…

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Monitoring Your Health After Prostate Cancer

Monitoring Your Health After Prostate Cancer

Treating prostate cancer can be a long, grueling road, and making it to the other side is an accomplishment worth celebrating. However, the…

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Preserving Your Quality of Life After Prostate Cancer Treatment

Preserving Your Quality of Life After Prostate Cancer Treatment

Choosing a treatment option for prostate cancer is never an easy decision. There are multiple courses of action available, and…

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What Are the Symptoms of BPH?

What Are the Symptoms of BPH?

As men age, they may notice changes in their bodies that affect their day-to-day lives. Some of these changes could lead to problems with…

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When Is the Right Time to Start Prostate Screenings?

When Is the Right Time to Start Prostate Screenings?

As our bodies age, it is important to keep up with our changing health needs and prioritize preventive care. For men, prostate cancer is…

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