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Major statin study reveals several important findings for reducing prostate cancer and disease
Date:4/25/2009

nign prostate disease," says Dr. St. Sauver. "This study suggests that men's urinary health could be improved by taking statin medications."

Further Study Needed

The researchers note that further studies, particularly clinical trials, are necessary to determine whether taking statins might prevent development of this common condition.

"If you are taking a statin for a heart condition or to lower cholesterol, these studies suggest that statins could have other benefits," says Dr. St. Sauver. "However, it's very clear we need more information before men are advised to start taking statins for their urological health."


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