Incorporating MRI Findings Into Active Surveillance Are Systematic Biopsies Still Needed – Editor’s Choice Commentary from The Journal of Urology (2025) Unknown Author

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An editorial analysis summarizing two important studies regarding active surveillance (AS) for prostate cancer. The first section analyzes research by Bhanji et al. and Fakunle et al. regarding the utility of systematic vs. MRI-targeted biopsies in men on AS. The commentary concludes that for positive MRI findings, both systematic and targeted biopsies are still recommended. The article also discusses the 5-year results of the ROBUST 1 trial on the Optilume drug-coated balloon for treating bulbar urethral strictures.