Former US President Joe Biden diagnosed the Glison Score 9 prostate cancer. What does it mean
Former US President Joe Biden has been detected an “aggressive form” of prostate cancer, metastizing for the bone declared by a spokes on 18 May. The diagnosis was confirmed two days before the public announcement.The spokesperson revealed that Biden’s cancer was classified with a gleison score of 9, grade group 5. This classification requires detailed explanation for better understanding.On Biden’s health, US President Donald Trump was surprised and said the news “very sad, really”. Talking to reporters on Monday, Trump said, “I wonder … you know, the public was not informed a long time ago because stage nine (SIC), this is a long time.” Here Trump referred to Stage Nine for the Glison score.
What is Glison score?
The Glyson scoring system, used for grading of prostate cancer, spreads from 6 to 10, as explained by the Cleveland Clinic. The lower scores indicate a slow growth pattern, while high scores suggest more aggressive growth, today the US explained.The grading system consists of five separate groups, indicating grade group 1 slow progress and grade group 5 that suggests rapid growth and spread. Glison score 9, diagnosis of biden of grade group 5 indicates significant cellular difference from healthy tissue.
How to determine the Glison score?
The scoring process involves checking cancer cell patterns. Medical professionals provide grades from 1 to 5 how close the cells are from normal prostate tissue. The final score connects the grade of the two most prevalent patterns.Diagnostic scoring depends on prostate biopsy or surgical results. The Cleveland Clinic emphasizes that high scores directly direct treatment decisions rather than indicating results.The mayo clinic notes that prostate cancer usually presents quickly and slowly moves forward. Statistical data of the American Cancer Society suggests that most diagnosed male is avoided.Estimates for 2025 indicate around 313,780 new prostate cancer cases and 35,770 related deaths. Statistics suggest that one in eight men receive this diagnosis, while one in 44 bends in front of it.Early symptoms may include urinary changes, while advanced cases may be present with bone pain, fatigue, and unexplained weight loss. Medical counseling is recommended for any person related to symptoms.
