500 Participants Needed

SpaceOAR Vue System for Prostate Cancer

(SABRE Trial)

Recruiting at 29 trial locations
BH
KR
GL
Overseen ByGwen LeTourneau
Age: 18+
Sex: Male
Trial Phase: Academic
Sponsor: Boston Scientific Corporation
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)
Approved in 4 JurisdictionsThis treatment is already approved in other countries

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

To demonstrate the effectiveness of the SpaceOAR Vue System in reducing late gastrointestinal (GI) toxicity in subjects undergoing Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT) to treat prostate cancer.

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial protocol does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications. However, if you are on anticoagulants (blood thinners), you may need to stop them for the procedure.

What data supports the effectiveness of the SpaceOAR Vue System treatment for prostate cancer?

Research shows that Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT), a component of the treatment, is safe and effective for low- and intermediate-risk prostate cancer, with promising quality of life outcomes. Additionally, Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy (SABR) is feasible and well-tolerated for intermediate- and high-risk prostate cancer, although more data is needed for high-risk cases.12345

Is the SpaceOAR Vue System safe for use in humans?

Research on stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT), which is related to the SpaceOAR Vue System, shows that it is generally safe for treating prostate cancer, with safety established through various clinical trials.24678

How is the SpaceOAR Vue System with SBRT treatment for prostate cancer different from other treatments?

The SpaceOAR Vue System with SBRT is unique because it uses an iodinated rectal spacer to protect the rectum during radiation therapy, allowing for more precise targeting of the prostate cancer while minimizing damage to surrounding tissues. This approach is particularly beneficial for patients who cannot undergo MRI, as the spacer is visible on CT scans, aiding in accurate treatment planning.910111213

Research Team

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Suneil Jain, MB, BCh, PhD

Principal Investigator

Queen's University, Belfast

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for men over 18 with invasive prostate cancer who plan to undergo SBRT. They must have a clinical stage T2b-T2c tumor, Gleason Score of 7, or PSA levels between 10-20 ng/ml. Exclusions include PSA >20 ng/ml, metastatic disease, prior malignancies (unless disease-free for 3 years), previous local prostate treatments or pelvic irradiation, compromised immune systems, large prostates (>80 cc), and certain medical conditions.

Inclusion Criteria

I have been diagnosed with invasive prostate cancer and plan to undergo SBRT.
My prostate cancer is at an intermediate risk level.
I, or my authorized representative, have signed the consent form after understanding the study.
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Exclusion Criteria

Known polyethylene glycol (PEG) sensitivity or allergy
My prostate cancer biopsy shows a Gleason Score of 8 or higher.
My PSA level was over 20 ng/ml before starting hormone therapy.
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Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants receive Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT) with or without the SpaceOAR Vue System

6-8 weeks

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for late gastrointestinal (GI) toxicity and changes in EPIC-26 bowel score

24 months

Treatment Details

Interventions

  • SpaceOAR Vue System
  • Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy
Trial OverviewThe SpaceOAR Vue System is being tested to see if it can reduce late gastrointestinal side effects in patients receiving Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT) for prostate cancer. The study will involve subjects using the system during their SBRT treatment.
Participant Groups
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: SpaceOAR VueExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Subjects will receive radiotherapy following injection of the SpaceOAR Vue hydrogel.
Group II: No-Spacer ControlActive Control1 Intervention
Subjects will receive radiotherapy without the use of the SpaceOAR Vue.

Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy is already approved in European Union, United States, Canada, Japan for the following indications:

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Approved in European Union as Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy for:
  • Lung cancer
  • Liver cancer
  • Spine tumors
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Prostate cancer
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Approved in United States as Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy for:
  • Early-stage lung cancer
  • Liver cancer
  • Spine tumors
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Prostate cancer
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Approved in Canada as Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy for:
  • Lung cancer
  • Liver cancer
  • Spine tumors
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Prostate cancer
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Approved in Japan as Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy for:
  • Lung cancer
  • Liver cancer
  • Spine tumors
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Prostate cancer

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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Boston Scientific Corporation

Lead Sponsor

Trials
758
Recruited
867,000+
Michael F. Mahoney profile image

Michael F. Mahoney

Boston Scientific Corporation

Chief Executive Officer since 2016

MBA from Wake Forest University, BBA in Finance from the University of Iowa

Kenneth Stein profile image

Kenneth Stein

Boston Scientific Corporation

Chief Medical Officer since 2020

MD from Harvard Medical School, MMSc in Clinical Investigation from Harvard-MIT Division of Health Sciences and Technology

Findings from Research

Stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) for low- and intermediate-risk prostate cancer patients was found to be safe and well-tolerated, with mild acute toxicity reported in only a small number of cases (23 out of 72 for rectal and 50 out of 72 for urinary issues).
Patient-reported quality of life remained stable over the first year post-treatment, with minimal changes in urinary, rectal, sexual, and hormonal scores, indicating that SBRT does not significantly impact these aspects of life in the short term.
Stereotactic body radiotherapy with flattening filter-free beams for prostate cancer: assessment of patient-reported quality of life.Scorsetti, M., Alongi, F., Clerici, E., et al.[2021]
In a phase I/II clinical trial involving 91 prostate cancer patients, stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) demonstrated excellent long-term efficacy, with a 98.6% freedom from biochemical failure at 5 years and 100% distant metastasis-free survival.
While SBRT was effective, higher doses (greater than 47.5 Gy) were associated with increased severe late toxicity, highlighting the need for careful dose management to minimize adverse effects.
Stereotactic body radiation therapy for low and intermediate risk prostate cancer-Results from a multi-institutional clinical trial.Hannan, R., Tumati, V., Xie, XJ., et al.[2022]
Stereotactic ablative radiotherapy (SABR) has been shown to be feasible and well tolerated for low- and intermediate-risk prostate cancer patients, with promising results from large randomized studies comparing it to conventional treatments.
While SABR shows potential benefits and cost-effectiveness, there is currently insufficient data to recommend its use for high-risk prostate cancer patients outside of clinical trials.
Stereotactic Ablative Body Radiotherapy for Intermediate- or High-Risk Prostate Cancer.Loblaw, A.[2021]

References

Stereotactic body radiotherapy with flattening filter-free beams for prostate cancer: assessment of patient-reported quality of life. [2021]
Stereotactic body radiation therapy for low and intermediate risk prostate cancer-Results from a multi-institutional clinical trial. [2022]
Stereotactic Ablative Body Radiotherapy for Intermediate- or High-Risk Prostate Cancer. [2021]
Dosimetric and patient correlates of quality of life after prostate stereotactic ablative radiotherapy. [2018]
Stereotactic Abative Body Radiotherapy (SABR) for Oligometastatic Prostate Cancer: A Prospective Clinical Trial. [2022]
Safety and Efficacy of Ultra-hypofractionation in Node-positive Prostate Cancer. [2021]
Stereotactic ablative radiotherapy with CyberKnife in the treatment of locally advanced prostate cancer: preliminary results. [2017]
Prospective validation of stringent dose constraints for prostatic stereotactic radiation monotherapy: results of a single-arm phase II toxicity-oriented trial. [2022]
Utilization of Iodinated SpaceOAR Vue™ During Robotic Prostate Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) to Identify the Rectal-Prostate Interface and Spare the Rectum: A Case Report. [2021]
Stereotactic body radiotherapy with periprostatic hydrogel spacer for localized prostate cancer: toxicity profile and early oncologic outcomes. [2020]
Bladder stone formation around polyethylene glycol after use of SpaceOAR Hydrogel. [2023]
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Patient Reported Quality of Life Outcomes After Definitive Radiation Therapy With Absorbable Spacer Hydrogel for Prostate Cancer. [2023]
Case Report: Role of an Iodinated Rectal Hydrogel Spacer, SpaceOAR Vue™, in the Context of Low-Dose-Rate Prostate Brachytherapy, for Enhanced Post-Operative Contouring to Aid in Accurate Implant Evaluation and Dosimetry. [2022]