Heretofore androgen independent prostate cancer has been viewed as an incurable final stage of the disease, with chemotherapy having some palliative effect. Recent studies have shown that the use of thalidomide in combination with other agents has clinical significance in extending patient survival rates. We have interviewed one of the investigators involved in one of those studies to get a better understanding of this important breakthrough. The interview can be seen at: http://www.prostate-online.com/wnew.html Given that 25% of those newly diagnosed with prostate cancer are at an advanced stage, or will progress to it, this article is important for expanding your knowledge base. LINK to article and more Prostate-online.com J Urology, 11/03 Oregon Health & Science University, 6/04 Remember we are NOT Doctors and have NO medical training. This site is like an Encylopedia - there are many pages, many links on many topics. Support our work with any size DONATION - see left side of any page - for how to donate. You can help raise awareness of CAM.