In simple terms tiny radioactive titanium 'seeds' about the size of a small grain of rice are implanted directly into the prostate gland using long thin needles. The seeds are left in permanently and the levels of radioactivity decline to almost zero over weeks and months.
Out of the various options on offer I think the Brachytherapy is the best for me. The procedure is relatively non invasive compared to surgery, and apart from some discomfort there should be (I hope) be no long term issues with incontinence and erectile disfunction which can be happen with surgery.
The service I've received from the NHS has been exceptional. Every Doctor & Nurse involved in my diagnosis and treatment have been extremely professional & courteous . The procedures were explained in great detail in easy to understand layman terms and this enabled me to make an informed decision on my treatment.
I owe a huge debt of thanks to my endocrinologist Dr Wheatley & his team who detected the increase in my PSA level and began the investigation process.
Today I'm at home and currently waiting for the laxatives to take effect (too much detail?) and on a very limited diet until after the procedure tomorrow.
Thats all for now, I will write again following the procedure
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