Clinical management and outcomes of HIV-positive patients newly diagnosed with prostate cancer: a single institution experience

Introduction 10-year outcomes in patients living with HIV who are diagnosed with prostate cancer are unknown. Methods 52 patients living with HIV were diagnosed with prostate cancer. Disease-free survival stratified by clinical, pathologic, and HIV characteristics were examined. Results No difference in disease-free survival was observed based on prostate cancer treatment modality, CD4 count, or HIV viral load. Conclusions Prostate cancer outcomes in patients living with HIV are favorable irrespective of treatment modality.