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High-Dose Radiation Therapy for Prostate Cancer
Study Summary
This trial is testing whether giving a higher dose of radiation to the main tumor will cure prostate cancer or prevent it from coming back.
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Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowTimeline
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Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Trial Design
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- I have a history of inflammatory bowel disease.I cannot have MRI contrast dye due to health reasons.My prostate cancer has a Gleason score above 7.I have had surgery to remove part of my prostate.I have had radiation therapy to my pelvic area before.My daily activity is significantly limited by my health.My scans show advanced prostate cancer.I am 18 years old or older.I can carry out normal activities with minimal symptoms.My prostate is 80 cc or smaller.My prostate cancer is at an intermediate stage with specific PSA, Gleason score, or clinical stage.I have had a urethral stricture in the past.I am unable to understand and agree to the study's details on my own.I meet all MRI requirements and agree to complete the MRI form.My body size is too large for certain types of medical imaging.My prostate symptoms are mild.I have had hormone therapy for prostate cancer and my MRI shows possible cancer spread outside the prostate.My scans show cancer has spread to my bones.My prostate cancer shows one main tumor larger than 0.5 cm and at most one small tumor.
- Group 1: Prostate cancer patients
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are patients being signed up for this experiment right now?
"That is correct, according to the clinicaltrials.gov website this study is still looking for participants. The trial was originally posted on 8/4/2021 and was last edited on 8/29/2022. They are hoping to enroll 91 people at 7 different locations."
How many people can join this trial at most?
"That is correct, the online clinicaltrials.gov registry has this study listed as currently recruiting patients. The trial was posted on 8/4/2021 and was last updated nearly a year later on 8/29/2022. Currently, 91 people are needed to complete the study at 7 sites."
At how many distinct locations is this research being conducted?
"Right now, this trial is recruiting from 7 clinical sites. 4 of these are in New york (Basking Ridge, Middletown and New York) with the other 3 located elsewhere. For your convenience, pick a location near to reduce travel time if you decide to participate."
Are there any long-term risks associated with radiation therapy?
"While there is some evidence of safety, as this therapeutic intervention is in Phase 2 clinical trials, there is no data yet to support its efficacy. Therefore, it received a score of 2."
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