Low Testosterone May Raise Risk of 'Extreme' Prostate Cancer Progression

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Source: MedPage Today

Original: https://www.medpagetoday.com/hematologyoncology/prostatecancer/120302...

Published: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:30:59 -0400

A retrospective cohort study of more than 900 prostate cancer patients under active surveillance suggested that low testosterone levels (≤...) may increase the risk of higher-grade progression. The study focused on patients with low-risk prostate cancer. Low testosterone was associated with a higher risk of "extreme" disease progression. These findings come from an observation in MedPage Today. The study confirms the link between low testosterone levels and a more aggressive course of prostate cancer. Patients with low testosterone were more likely to progress to a higher grade tumor. Active surveillance is a common approach in low-risk cases. The results highlight the need to monitor testosterone levels in these patients.[1][2]