Typical PSA evolution after a single treatment session (complete treatment of the gland)
Elevated PSA level before the treatment
Peak in PSA immediately after the session
Nadir PSA obtained 3 months after the treatment
Low and stable follow-up PSA level at 0,2 ng/ml
PSA evolution after a partial treatment of the gland at the first
session (need for a second session)
Elevated PSA level before the treatment
Peak in PSA immediately after the first session
Nadir PSA obtained within 3 months after the 1st session
and showing a residual PSA level
Rising PSA level following the Nadir with residual positive
biopsies : indication for a 2nd treatment session
Then, low and stable follow-up PSA level.