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The prostate is a compound tubuloalveolar exocrine gland that is part of the male reproductive system (Fig. 2.1) [1]. The normal adult prostate is around the size of a walnut and increases in size with age. It is situated at the base of the bladder and surrounds the urethra. The rectum sits posteriorly, allowing for the prostate to be palpated via rectal examination. The gland produces approximately 20 % of the fluid produced during ejaculation; the remainder is produced by the testicles and seminal vesicles. The prostate gland contains smooth muscle fibers in addition to the glandular tissues, which contracts during ejaculation.
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James, N. (2014). Clinical Features and Diagnosis of Prostate Cancer. In: Primer on Prostate Cancer. Springer Healthcare, Tarporley. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-907673-82-5_2
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