Prostate cancer (PCa) has become the most common malignant tumor in the male urogenital system in China, which has received extensive clinical attention. With the progress of technology and the deepening of multidisciplinary cooperation, artificial intelligence (AI) has gradually shown its unique advantages and application value in the medical field. In order to help clinicians better understand the relevant AI technology and select the appropriate AI algorithm model more accurately and efficiently, this article briefly introduces the commonly used AI technologies in the field of PCa, reviews its application in the diagnosis, treatment, prognosis and early screening of PCa in recent years.

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