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Division Head “Clinical Epidemiology of Early Cancer Detection" DKFZ, Epidemiologist, MD, PhD, MPH. Views are my own.

Heidelberg, Germany
Joined May 2013
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@NEJM
NEJM
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At 23 years of follow-up, population-based PSA screening of asymptomatic men led to a sustained reduction in prostate cancer mortality, although overdiagnosis remains a concern. Full ERSPC study results: https://t.co/DTw9NcUFJM Editorial: Early Detection of Prostate Cancer —
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@LambAlastair
Alastair Lamb
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@GortzMagdalena summarises neatly the possibility of Imaging replacing prostate biopsy in diagnosing #PCa "What is 'significant' #ProstateCancer? In my opinion we do not know!" So....how long until we do know?! ...and what do we need to know? #SPACE_Study #CuttingEdgeResearch
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@LambAlastair
Alastair Lamb
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Pleasure to be @SIU_urology #SIU2025Edinburgh @WUOF_uroonc session kicks off w @SigridCarlsson update on #ProstateCancer screening Some fantastic messages: •beware turning normal ♂️ population into #WorriedWell •ALWAYS repeat abnormal PSA •PSA<1 = 0.2% risk of mets by 85yo
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@APCCC_Lugano
Advanced Prostate Cancer Consensus Conference
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Prostate-specific antigen levels at age 60 and lifetime risk of lethal prostate cancer https://t.co/b2mrHurV3r This study analyzed 40-year follow-up data from the Malmö 🇸🇪Preventive Project to assess how PSA levels at age 60 predict lifetime risk of death from prostate cancer
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@EUplatinum
European Urology
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🆕 Editorial in European Urology by @SigridCarlsson: MRI can reshape prostate cancer screening. 🔹 First-line MRI: ↑ detection, ↑ resource use 🔹 2nd-stage MRI after PSA: ↓ unnecessary biopsies, ↑ csPCa yield 🔹 Quality & risk-adapted pathways are key Read 👉
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@APCCC_Lugano
Advanced Prostate Cancer Consensus Conference
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Prostate-Specific Antigen Levels Among Participants Receiving Annual Testing https://t.co/PwRat6DjcG This retrospective analysis of the PLCO Cancer Screening Trial examined yearly PSA variability in over 11,000 men undergoing annual screening. The study found that a substantial
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@SIU_Journal
Société Internationale d'Urologie Journal
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📖In this review, the authors discuss the role of non-modifiable risk factors, such as age, family history, and race, in the development and progression of prostate cancer. 🔗to Full Article: https://t.co/Vc8Ve4lr8f 📜Latest Issue: https://t.co/zDgkUuISK9 @SIU_urology @pcvblack
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@JGomezRivas
Juan Gómez Rivas
3 months
PRAISE-U Project Update 🇪🇺🌍 Today we held a progress meeting for PRAISE-U (Prostate cancer Awareness and Initiative for Screening in the European Union). Here’s where things stand, what we’ve achieved, and what’s next. 🔎 What is PRAISE-U? A 3-year EU4Health–funded project
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@JAMAOnc
JAMA Oncology
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Acupuncture reduces nocturia episodes in prostate cancer survivors compared to usual care, with improvements in urinary function and fewer adverse events. https://t.co/BEXEouaLlz @JunMaoMD
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@SigridCarlsson
Sigrid Carlsson
4 months
An honor to work with you all in the stellar team in @UMM_Urology
@ISRU_DKFZ
Intelligent Systems and Robotics in Urology
4 months
It was a great pleasure to welcome @SigridCarlsson to @UMM_Urology yesterday. We look forward to improve screening and early detection in prostate cancer for our patients 👏 @DKFZ @unimedizinma @KFKowalewski @HaneyCaelan
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@SigridCarlsson
Sigrid Carlsson
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@DKFZ
DKFZ
6 months
We welcome @SigridCarlsson, who started work as Head of the Division "Clinical Epidemiology of Early Cancer Detection". Her aim is to transform cancer screening through personalized, risk-based strategies utilizing biomarkers, novel imaging technology and AI-driven innovation. 👋
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@TouijerKarim
Karim Touijer
6 months
Great distinction from @EUplatinum for our trial on pelvic lymph node dissection in #prostatecancer . Gratitude to the patients who participated in the trial and my @UrologyMSK colleagues. Moving forward together towards finding answers to important questions in cancer care.
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@UrologyMSK
UrologyMSK
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We are so proud of @SigridCarlsson accepting the director of epidemiology and CaP early detection program in Germany. She will be missed for her outstanding science, collaborative approach, and most of all her kind spirit and relentless pursuit to improve outcomes for patients.
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@LoebStacy
Stacy Loeb, MD
7 months
Amazing event @UrologyMSK celebrating @SigridCarlsson on her last day in NY including a beautiful speech by Dr Scardino! So many special memories! Especially touched my late poodle Jake🐩🌈 made the slideshow as one of her favorite memories in 14y. Good luck S we will miss you ❤️
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@SigridCarlsson
Sigrid Carlsson
8 months
Thank you @AmerUrological for a wonderful conference in Vegas! ✨ #AUA25 @UrologyMSK @annalantzKS @stefancarlsson @LambAlastair @samsimsal #Elvis
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@JGomezRivas
Juan Gómez Rivas
8 months
Our new study in Urologic Oncology explores the current variability in postoperative care after radical prostatectomy (RP) and why it’s time to standardize practices! ⚙️ We surveyed 247 urologists across 🇺🇸and 🇪🇺 to understand how discharge recommendations differ. •Only 1.4% of
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@bavilima
Bárbara Melão, MD, PhD
8 months
#AUA25 Amazing presentation @SigridCarlsson ‼️Is MRI ready for screening for #ProstateCancer ? 👉 “Yes, it’s ready for a prime time study”
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@samsimsal
Simpa Salami
8 months
🚨 Early detection saves lives! Join us at #AUA2025 for the Prostate Cancer Early Detection Course — cutting-edge updates, expert-led discussions, and practical strategies you can bring back to clinic. Don’t miss it! 🔗 https://t.co/on88q5VVsi #ProstateCancer #Urology
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@LambAlastair
Alastair Lamb
8 months
Real treat to catch up with fellow #BJUI editorial team / reviewers @SigridCarlsson & Stefan Carlsson (no relation!) All welcome to the @BJUIjournal / @BAUSurology / @USANZUrology session at #AUA25 today 1300-1600 Room Lido 3105 Great programme on #AI in urology & #Medicolegal
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