PAEA Surgery End Of Rotation (EOR) Practice Exam

For black men, at what age should prostate cancer screening begin?

1. 50

2. 45

3. 40

4. 55

The correct answer is: 45

For black men, prostate cancer screening should begin at the age of 45. This recommendation is based on evidence that black men are at a higher risk for prostate cancer, including a higher likelihood of developing the disease at an earlier age and having more aggressive forms of it. The American Urological Association and the American Cancer Society suggest that men at increased risk, which includes black men, should have shared decision-making conversations with their healthcare providers about screening starting at this age. Early detection is crucial as it can lead to timely treatment and potentially better outcomes. Other age recommendations, such as starting at 50, may be more appropriate for average-risk populations, but they do not adequately address the heightened risk that black men face. This targeted approach aims to ensure that individuals at higher risk are monitored more closely in order to catch any potential issues as early as possible.