Getting a clearer picture of prostate health can help patients and their doctors make more informed decisions about diagnosis and treatment. At St. Luke’s Medical Center – Global City in Taguig, advanced F-18 Prostate-Specific Membrane Antigen (PSMA) PET scanning provides specialized imaging designed to help detect, locate, and stage prostate cancer, including cases with low prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels. The imaging service highlights the role of advanced diagnostic technology in supporting more targeted care and helping medical teams better understand a patient’s condition.
Advanced Imaging for Prostate Cancer Care
The F-18 PSMA PET scan is a specialized imaging procedure that helps identify areas associated with prostate cancer in the body. By providing detailed information about the location and possible spread of the disease, it can help doctors assess a patient’s condition and plan appropriate next steps. At St. Luke’s Global City, the technology offers an additional diagnostic option for patients undergoing prostate cancer evaluation. Its ability to detect areas of concern even at low PSA levels may provide valuable information when determining the extent of the disease.
Supporting More Informed Treatment Decisions
Accurate diagnostic information is an important part of prostate cancer management. Imaging results can help physicians evaluate the disease, assess its location, and guide decisions about further testing or treatment. The PSMA PET scan supports this process by providing information that may help medical teams develop a more individualized approach to care. Patients can consult with a qualified urologist to determine whether this imaging procedure is appropriate for their circumstances.
Specialized Care at St. Luke’s Global City
St. Luke’s Medical Center – Global City is accredited by the International Centers for Precision Oncology (ICPO) as a Theranostics Clinical Center of Excellence for Prostate Cancer and Endocrine Neoplasia. This accreditation reflects the center’s specialized role in precision oncology and theranostics, an approach that combines diagnostic imaging with targeted treatment strategies when appropriate. Patients seeking information about prostate cancer screening, diagnosis, or treatment options can arrange a consultation with a St. Luke’s urologist to discuss their needs
