Management of de Novo Metastatic Hormone-Sensitive Prostate Cancer (mHSPC) and the Role of Radiation Therapy: A Consensus by the Italian Association of Radiotherapy and Clinical Oncology (AIRO).

PURPOSE: Prostate cancer treatments paradigms are in continuous evolution, especially in the metastatic setting. In this context, the Genito-Urinary Group of Italian Association of Radiotherapy and Clinical Oncology aimed to create a consensus on radiation therapy indication in de novo metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer both on primary tumor and metastatic sites.

METHODS

A panel of experts, involved in clinical management of prostate cancer, through the estimate-talk-estimate method, developed a list of items and correspondent statements on the identified topic.

RESULTS

Seven conclusive items were identified with 12 statements about the chosen topic, radiation therapy in metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer on primary tumor and metastatic sites.

CONCLUSIONS

This consensus might help clinicians in prostate cancer managing in daily clinical practice.