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NCT06178354 Focal Ablation With Focal Cryotherapy or HIFU for the Treatment of Men With Localized Prostate Cancer

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NCT ID NCT06178354
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor Marc Dall'Era, MD
Condition Localized Prostate Carcinoma
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 100 participants
Start Date 2023-11-09
Primary Completion 2028-11

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex Male only
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age N/A
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
CryosurgeryHigh-Intensity Focused Ultrasound AblationSurvey Administration

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

This trial targets 100 participants in total. It began in 2023-11-09 with a primary completion date of 2028-11.

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Brief Summary

This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of focal ablation with either focal cryotherapy or high intensity frequency ultrasound for the treatment of men with localized prostate cancer. Focal cryotherapy kills tumor cells by freezing them. High intensity frequency ultrasound uses highly focused ultrasound waves to produce heat and destroy tumor cells.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Ability to understand and willingness to sign an informed consent form * Clinically localized grade group 1, 2, or 3 prostate cancer and unilateral magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) visible lesion(s). Up to 3 lesions will be allowed for focal treatment * Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status ≤ 1 (Karnofsky ≥ 70%) * Patients ≥ 18 years of age at time of consent * Life expectancy ≥ 5 years * Ability and stated willingness to adhere to the study visit schedule and other protocol procedures/requirements for the duration of the study Exclusion Criteria: * Nodal or distant metastases * Prior treatment for prostate cancer * Anticipated treatment with any cancer intervention, including radiation, hormonal therapy or surgery ≤ 6 months prior to focal therapy in this study * Known contraindications to general anesthesia * Uncorrectable coagulopathy * Significant active cardiac disease within the previous 6 months including: New York Heart Association (NYHA) class 4 congestive heart failure (CHF), unstable angina, or myocardial infarction * Any condition that would prohibit the understanding or rendering of informed consent * Any condition that in the opinion of the investigator would interfere with the participant's safety or compliance while on trial

Contact & Investigator

Principal Investigator

Marc Dall'Era

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

University of California, Davis

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06178354 clinical trial?

This trial is open to male participants only, aged 18 Years or older, studying Localized Prostate Carcinoma. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT06178354 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06178354 is actively recruiting participants. Visit ClinicalTrials.gov or contact Marc Dall'Era, MD to inquire about joining.

Where is the NCT06178354 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Sacramento, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06178354 clinical trial?

NCT06178354 is sponsored by Marc Dall'Era, MD. The principal investigator is Marc Dall'Era at University of California, Davis. The trial plans to enroll 100 participants.

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