Glossary of Terms
When it comes to your prostate health, knowledge is power. We at Dattoli Cancer Center understand that on your journey to acquire information about prostate cancer, related research, and various treatments, you will come across medical and scientific jargon that might need further explanation. Here we've provided a Glossary of Terms related to the topics of prostate health, prostate cancer, prostate cancer research and prostate cancer treatments and cures. You can search for a term numerically or alphabetically by selecting a character in the box below or simply scroll down through the list of terms and their corresponding definitions.
T-Cell
An immune system cell or lymphocyte that directs an immune response to malignant or infected cells.
Testes
Two male reproductive glands located inside the scrotum. The testes are the primary sources for testosterone.
Testosterone
The sex male hormone chiefly produced by the testicles.
Thrombotic
Causing or relating to blood clotting.
TNM Staging
The most widely used classification system for evaluating the extent of prostate cancer. TNM refers to tumor, nodes and metastases. See Staging.
Total Androgen Blockage
A combined form of hormonal therapy that tries to achieve a complete shutdown of the body''s testosterone production.
Transperineal
Through the perineum.
Transrectal
Through the rectum.
Transrectal Ultrasonography
See Ultrasound.
Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
A surgical procedure to remove tissue obstructing the urethra. The technique involves the insertion of an instrument called a resectoscope in the penile urethra, and is intended to relieve obstruction of urine flow due to enlargement of the prostate.
Transurethral:
Through the urethra.
Tumor
An excessive growth of cells caused by uncontrolled and disorderly cell replacement.
TURP
See Transurethral Resection of the Prostate
