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ReviewUrologie (Heidelberg, Germany)2026

[Prevention instead of remediation-screening, lifestyle factors, and prostate care 2.0-transition of urology to healthcare coach : Holistic approach to prostate health].

Fabian Falkenbach, Rouvier Al-Monajjed, Philipp Reimold, Johannes Huber, Sigrid V Carlsson

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Review in Urologie (Heidelberg, Germany), 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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5 authors.

Fabian FalkenbachKlinik für Urologie, Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Deutschland.
Rouvier Al-MonajjedKlinik für Urologie, Medizinische Fakultät und Universitätsklinikum Düsseldorf, Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf, Deutschland.
Philipp ReimoldKlinik für Urologie, Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Deutschland.
Johannes HuberKlinik für Urologie, Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Deutschland.
Sigrid V CarlssonKlinische Epidemiologie der Krebsfrüherkennung, Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum (DKFZ), Stiftung des öffentlichen Rechts, Im Neuenheimer Feld 581, 69120, Heidelberg, Deutschland. sigrid.carlsson@dkfz-heidelberg.de.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundEstablishment of an organized, risk-adapted prostate cancer screening program in Germany could serve as a key entry point for preventive men's health.

objectivesHow can the introduction of an organized, risk-adapted prostate cancer screening program in Germany shape preventive urology of the future? MATERIALS AND

methodsThis narrative review article is based on guidelines and expert consensus supported by a literature search in PubMed. The cited studies represent the most relevant work on this topic and were selected to illustrate developments and fundamental concepts; however, completeness is not claimed.

resultsSerum prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels and prostate MRI not only identify patients at increased risk for prostate cancer but also offer insights into other urological conditions, such as lower urinary tract symptoms and hypogonadism. In analogy to other early detection strategies, PSA testing at the age of 45-50 years could serve as a simple triage test to guide risk-adapted follow-up and timely referral to urological care. Lifestyle factors-including regular physical activity, a balanced diet, and pelvic floor training-may favorably influence urological health and related outcomes. While organized prostate cancer screening has already been shown to improve cancer-specific mortality to a level comparable to mammography, a more holistic approach may further enhance its overall benefit.

conclusionUrology has significant opportunities to actively promote healthy behaviors among aging men. The establishment of an organized prostate cancer screening program provides an ideal entry point for this purpose. Modern screening concepts should incorporate holistic health promotion for aging men alongside direct oncological endpoints.

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Early Detection of CancerHolistic HealthLife StyleMentoringProstatic NeoplasmsUrologyGermanyHumansMaleMen's Health ServicesMiddle AgedProstate-Specific AntigenProstate-Specific AntigenBiomarkersErectile dysfunctionLower urinary tract symptomsMen’s healthProstate-specific antigen

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