When is the cryosurgical ablation technique used to treat clients who have prostate cancer?
a. when clients cannot tolerate more extensive surgery
b. as a complementary therapy for clients who undergo radiation treatment
c. as an initial therapy for clients whose symptoms are mild
d. for clients whose tumors have metastasized
A
The cryosurgical ablation technique used as an option for those who cannot tolerate more extensive surgery, have a localized tumor, or do not have successful radiation treatment.
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