The UK NSC recommendation on Screening for testicular cancer in men (archived)
This recommendation is no longer active
Date of deactivation |
6 September 2013 |
Reason for deactivation |
Testicular cancer was last reviewed in 2006 when the UK NSC recommended against a screening programme. The policy was removed in September 2013 because the condition is more commonly detected through self-examination and, as such, is not appropriate for consideration as a screening programme. |
Recommendation |
Systematic population screening programme not recommended |
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The UK NSC does not give advice on interventions such as testicular self-examination. |
More about Testicular cancer
The testicles are part of the male reproductive system. Testicular cancer accounts for approximately 0.7% of all cancers. It's the most common cancer in men between the age of 20 and 35.
» Read more about testicular cancer on NHS UK
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