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UCLA: Advanced imaging uncovers hidden metastases in high-risk prostate cancer cases

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A new study led by researchers at the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center has found that many cases of high-risk nonmetastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer may be more advanced than previously thought.

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