Prostate cancer is one of the three most common cancers in men. Most cases are diagnosed in men 65 and older. Here is the part that catches people off guard: some prostate cancers grow so slowly that they may never cause harm, while others progress aggressively and can be fatal within a few years. There is no way to tell which type you have without screening.
The good news is that prostate cancer found early is highly treatable. At FV Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City, this focused screening combines a PSA blood test, a transrectal ultrasound, and a urologist consultation for a fraction of what the same workup costs in Singapore, Australia, or the UK. Sondax handles scheduling, transport, and English-language support.
This programme is designed for men over 50. You do not need symptoms to qualify or benefit. In fact, the whole point is to screen before symptoms appear.
Consider screening especially if you have:
FV Hospital recommends repeating the screening every year.
PSA blood test: PSA (prostate-specific antigen) is a protein produced by both normal and cancerous prostate cells. Higher-than-normal levels can suggest cancer, but they can also result from benign enlargement, infection, or inflammation. The PSA number is a starting point, not a verdict.
Transrectal prostate ultrasound: A small ultrasound probe inserted through the rectum produces detailed images of the prostate gland. The Urologist looks for changes in size, shape, and texture that may indicate abnormal growths. It takes only a few minutes and is done in a private setting.
Urologist consultation: Your specialist interprets the PSA result and ultrasound images together, considers your age and medical history, and gives you a clear picture of where you stand. If anything warrants further investigation, the Urologist will explain the options, which may include active surveillance, additional imaging, or biopsy.
You arrive at FV Hospital, check in, and a blood sample is drawn for the PSA test. You are then taken to a private room for the transrectal ultrasound. The probe is small and lubricated; the procedure is brief and the team prioritises your comfort and privacy throughout. Afterwards, you sit down with a Urologist who walks you through everything in English: what the PSA number means, what the ultrasound images show, and whether any follow-up is needed. The entire visit typically takes 1 to 2 hours.
One practical note: do not empty your bladder before the examination, as a partially full bladder improves ultrasound image quality.
FV Hospital's Wellness Check-up Programme for Men (from USD 1,565) already includes a urology consultation, endo-rectal prostate ultrasound, and both PSA and free PSA (fPSA) markers, plus 50+ other tests covering cardiovascular, metabolic, cancer, and STD screening. If you are due for a complete health check-up anyway, the Wellness Programme covers prostate screening along with everything else in a single day.
This standalone Prostate Cancer Screening (from USD 82) is the right fit if you want a focused, quick check specifically on your prostate health, without the time commitment or cost of a comprehensive programme. Contact Sondax and we will help you choose.
All prices are per person and subject to change without prior notice. Other exams and additional tests are not included in this programme. Prostate cancer screening should be repeated annually.
FV Hospital was established in Ho Chi Minh City in 2003 and is a member of Thomson Medical, one of Southeast Asia's leading healthcare groups. FV was the first hospital in southern Vietnam to earn the JCI Gold Seal in 2016, and has renewed its JCI accreditation four consecutive times with over 98 percent compliance across more than 1,200 international patient safety and quality criteria.
With 45+ specialties, 210+ Vietnamese and international doctors, and care for more than 6 million patients since 2003, FV blends French and Vietnamese medical expertise and provides English- and French-speaking staff for international patients.
