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Definition of Prostate cancer

Prostate cancer: An uncontrolled (malignant) growth of cells in the prostate gland which is located at the base of the urinary bladder and is responsible for helping control urination as well as forming part of the semen. Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of death of males in the U.S.

Male Torso Illustration - Prostate Cancer
Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=5072
Last Editorial Review: 3/26/1998 2:28:00 PM


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