Prognosis & Duration of disabling effects

Localised prostate cancer treated by radical radiotherapy or surgery

Treatment and recovery is likely to take up to a year. Needs identified as a result of treatment of side effects would be expected to resolve on return to health. Small numbers of men will experience ongoing side effects at one year and these men are likely to have ongoing needs. Long term side effects of treatment may arise years later and give rise to needs, which are also likely to be ongoing.

If an award is made then 1 year award.

Locally advanced, metastatic or recurrent disease

Once needs are identified these are likely to continue and may increase as disease progresses. Life awards are recommended.

If an award is made then award for an indefinite period.

All information must be taken into account when considering the duration of disabling effects and the duration of disabling effects must be based on the particular circumstances of the individual claimant.

Amended April 2008