What is Periprostatic tissue?

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Prostate is surrounded by a specific fat depot called periprostatic adipose tissue (PPAT) that contributes through paracrine mechanisms to prostate cancer (PCa) progression. Like other white adipose tissues, PPAT stores lipids and is an endocrine organ. However, PPAT is still poorly characterized.

What is prostate granule?

Prostasomes are a granular type of secretory product in the human prostate gland cells. It is not known, whether in vitro grown cells derived from human prostate cancers also express prostate secretory components containing granules with properties similar to the prostasomes.

How do you image the prostate?

Transrectal Ultrasound (TRUS): This technique uses a small probe inserted into the rectum to send sound waves into the prostate. The echo of the sound waves off the prostate is transformed into an image by a computer. TRUS is often used to measure the size of the prostate and as a guide for biopsy and some treatments.

How is a radical prostatectomy performed?

The surgery can be done through an “open” incision made in the abdomen (a procedure called a radical retropubic prostatectomy) or through an incision in the perineum, the area between the scrotum and the anus (radical perineal prostatectomy).

What tea is good for prostate health?

Both green tea and hibiscus tea are among the top drinks for prostate health. Both types of tea contain potent antioxidants. Studies show that green tea can help prevent prostate cancer from forming and may also slow the growth of aggressive prostate cancer.

Does prostate stimulation increase fertility?

There was no apparent change in the relative contribution on the prostate and seminal vesicle of the ejaculate, as judged by the concentration of calcium and fructose. Nor was the pregnancy rate increased. It is concluded that prostatic massage is of little or no therapeutic value in treatment of infertility.

How do I check my prostate?

Digital rectal exam (DRE) is a test in which your provider inserts a lubricated, gloved finger into your rectum. This allows the provider to check the prostate for lumps or unusual areas. Most cancers cannot be felt with this type of exam, at least in the early stages. In most cases, the PSA and DRE are done together.

How big is a prostate?

The prostate gland tends to grow as men age. On average, the prostate is about the size of a walnut. It grows to roughly the size of a Ping-Pong ball, weighing 30 to 35 grams. In many men, it continues to grow even further, to the size of a tennis ball or larger.

What is periprostatic fat and how is It measured?

Furthermore, periprostatic fat is associated with fluctuation in levels of several hormones, including insulin, testosterone, estrogen, sex hormone binding globulin, and leptin which play a significant role in the biology of PCa.” “In our study, MRI is proved to be a precise way to measure the periprostatic adiposity.

Why is periprostatic fat so dangerous?

The reason that periprostatic fat may be dangerous, is that it acts as though it were a gland in the endocrine system. It secretes hormones. The literature (38 hits on PubMed) goes back 30 years, but I’ll deal with recent studies. “Obesity has been correlated with high grades of prostate cancer.

What hormones are involved in periprostatic fat?

What causes periprostatic fat around prostate?

Periprostatic Fat. If visceral fat is the real health hazard, the fat around the prostate (periprostatic fat) may be particularly so for prostatic health. Unfortunately, one needs a scan to assess periprostatic fat. (Or a prostatectomy, of course. LOL) The primary cause of visceral fat is elevated triglycerides.