Keep in mind that HiFu has not been approved by the FDA as an acceptable treatment for prostate cancer in the U.S., although the beginning of clinical trials have apparently been approved. This is still a relatively new treatment performed in Canada and other countries, but the jury is still out as to how effective this treatment is and what the longer term side effects may be. I would tread carefully before undertaking this form of treatment until its merits have been proven. Also, it may be difficult to get reimbursement from your health insurance plan and I do not believe that this treatment has yet been approved for reimbursement by Medicare.
Dave
On 10/19/2007 Petewen wrote:
before committing to this, at age 70, HiFu would be a far easier treatment, and one that has a much higher cure rate, and lower rate of side effects too.
Pete W.