He continues to face a significant threat of recurrence and requires regular monitoring for at least two years.
From the nytimes.com
The 2001 recurrence was caught so early, through a regular mammogram, that she needed only surgery.
From the delawareonline.com
In general, patients were followed for disease recurrence post operatively with regular PSA tests and clinical exams at three to six month intervals for the first five years, and then annually.
From the sciencedaily.com
Of note, all patients had undergone regular clinical examination with no evidence of disease until the time of recurrence.
From the nature.com
The results highlight the need for regular monitoring of patients so doctors can better understand and address the factors that trigger recurrence before they result in serious illness.
From the time.com
Recurrence rates are highest in the first 5 years after the initial episode, and can occur in up to 75% of patients who do not receive regular secondary prophylaxis.