PIVOT Trial

The PIVOT Trial was a study comparing two treatments for prostate cancer: surgery to remove the prostate and watchful waiting (monitoring without immediate treatment). Researchers wanted to see which approach improved survival and quality of life. They found that for many men with localized prostate cancer, immediate surgery did not significantly increase survival compared to observation, and it often led to more side effects like incontinence and sexual issues. This study helps doctors and patients make more informed decisions by balancing treatment benefits against potential risks and quality of life considerations.