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Curing Prostate Cancer with Ultrasound - HIFU Arrives at UCLA - Leonard Marks, MD - UCLAMDChat

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Overview

This course covers the topic of using HIFU (high intensity focused ultrasound) for treating prostate cancer, including its advantages over traditional treatments and its implementation at UCLA. The learning outcomes include understanding what HIFU is, its benefits, and its application in prostate cancer treatment. The course teaches about MRI, prostate biopsy, image fusion for biopsy, and the results of HIFU treatment. The teaching method is through a webinar format led by a UCLA urologist. The intended audience includes individuals interested in the latest advancements in prostate cancer treatment, particularly the use of HIFU.

Syllabus

Introduction
What is HIFU
First HIFU patient
Dwight Baird
MRI
Prostate MRI evolution
Prostate biopsy at UCLA
Image fusion for prostate biopsy
Results of HIFU treatment
Treatment options
Conventional treatments
Treatment algorithm
Is HIFU dangerous

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