A 55-year-old man with poorly controlled hypertension and obesity asks whether he should undergo PSA testing for prostate cancer screening. He has no ...

Question

A 55-year-old man with poorly controlled hypertension and obesity asks whether he should undergo PSA testing for prostate cancer screening. He has no urinary symptoms. What is the most appropriate response according to UK guidance?

Accepted Answer

Explain there is no UK population screening but discuss risks and benefits so he can make an informed choice

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Offer PSA testing as part of a national screening programme

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Refuse testing under all circumstances

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Arrange urgent urology referral for biopsy

Answer

Start Finasteride to reduce cancer risk

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Screening and informed choice – PSA

A 55-year-old man with poorly controlled hypertension and obesity asks whether he should undergo PSA testing for prostate cancer screening. He has no urinary symptoms. What is the most appropriate response according to UK guidance?