Cryotherapy is a relatively new treatment available for prostate cancer. It is a quick and safe surgical procedure that involves inserting small freezing needles into the prostate gland using ultrasound guidance. The treatment essentially works by freezing the cancer cells. However, the remaining prostate gland and surrounding structures are also vulnerable to freezing which can lead to side effects such as impotence.
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