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Dr. Gray’s story
Upon discovering he had prostate cancer, Dr. Gray chose proton beam radiation therapy and insisted that SpaceOAR Hydrogel be part of his treatment plan.
Dr. Siegel’s story
Dr. Siegel is a urologist and the former CEO of Chesapeake Urology. He has been treating men with prostate cancer for over 30 years, but then he was diagnosed. Hear from him and his medical team, Dr. Sigman and Dr. Brookland, about how they determined the best treatment for Dr. Siegel, which included hormone and radiation therapy along with SpaceOAR Hydrogel.
An interview with SpaceOAR Hydrogel patient Alan
Alan had several encounters with prostate cancer through friends and family, and due to his family history, there was a higher likelihood that he’d encounter it as well. After monitoring PSA levels for years, Alan was eventually diagnosed with prostate cancer. Watch his story about how he faced the disease.
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Results from case studies are not necessarily predictive of results in other cases. Results in other cases may vary. This material is for Information Purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. BSC strongly recommends that you consult with your physician on all matters pertaining to your health or to address any questions.
SpaceOAR Hydrogel is intended to temporarily move the rectal wall away from the prostate during the course of radiotherapy treatment for prostate cancer, and in creating this space it is the intent of SpaceOAR Hydrogel to reduce the radiation dose affecting the rectum.
SpaceOAR Hydrogel contains polyethylene glycol (PEG). As with any medical treatment, there are some risks involved with the use of SpaceOAR Hydrogel. Potential complications associated with SpaceOAR Hydrogel include, but are not limited to: pain associated with injection, pain or discomfort from the hydrogel, site inflammation, infection (including abscess), inability to urinate, urgent need to urinate, constipation, rectal muscle spasm, damage to lining of rectum, ulcers, fistula (a hole between rectum and bladder, urethra, or skin below the scrotum), perforation (hole in prostate, bladder, urethra, rectum), necrosis (dead tissue), allergic reaction (local reaction or more severe reaction, such as anaphylaxis), embolism (blood vessel blockage is possible and may happen outside of the pelvis, potentially impacting vital organs or legs), fainting, and bleeding. Please talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits related to using SpaceOAR Hydrogel. If one or more of these complications occur, you may need medical treatment or surgery.
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