[Current approaches to targeted prostate biopsy].

Currently, prostate cancer (PCa) is the second most common malignancy in men after lung cancer and the fifth leading cause of death worldwide. According to world and national statistics, over the past 20 years, there has been a steady increase in both incidence and mortality from PCa. Prostate biopsy is the cornerstone of the PCa diagnosis.

[Ultrasound-based techniques of targeted prostate biopsy].

The article is devoted to the multiparametric ultrasound techniques for prostate biopsy targeting. This literature review illustrates the variety of ultrasound-based targeting procedures and presents data concerning the diagnostic value of each. A special attention is given to every targeted technique limitations and the opportunity for the MTI-fusion.