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NCT03893929 The Investigation of New Biological Markers for Prostate Cancer Diagnosis and Management in Chinese Population

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NCT ID NCT03893929
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor Chinese University of Hong Kong
Condition Prostate Cancer
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment 5,000 participants
Start Date 2015-10-07
Primary Completion 2025-12-31

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex Male only
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age N/A
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Interventions
New Biological markers for prostate cancer diagnosis and management

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What to Expect as a Participant

This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.

This trial targets 5,000 participants in total. It began in 2015-10-07 with a primary completion date of 2025-12-31.

⚠ This information is for research awareness only. Always consult your physician before joining any clinical trial. Participation is voluntary and you may withdraw at any time.

Brief Summary

Prostate cancer (PC) is highly prevalent worldwide and is currently the 3rd most commonly diagnosed prostate cancer in Hong Kong male population with more than 1600 new cases diagnosed per year. However, the current use of serum PSA as a diagnostic marker is unsatisfactory. Many patients has elevated serum PSA is actually due to other causes and also the level of serum PSA do not correlate with the staging and grading of prostate cancer. Moreover, the current risk stratification system, based on PSA, clinical staging and Gleason score is of only limited value, as a significant proportion of patients with high-risk nonmetastatic PC have incurable disease due to locally advanced and/or occult metastasis,, whilst others with indolent disease may never suffer morbidity or mortality from PC. Therefore, in order to improve patient management and outcome, there is a need to identify newer markers and also validate some potential markers in Chinese population.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Adult Chinese male patients with age \> 18 years old 2. Clinical suspected to have prostate cancer, based on abnormal digital rectal examination or elevated serum PSA level Exclusion Criteria: 1\. Patient refused or unable to provide consent for the study

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Chi Fai Ng, MD

✉ ngcf@surgery.cuhk.edu.hk

📞 852-3505-1663

Principal Investigator

Chi Fai Ng, MD

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Chinese University of Hong Kong

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT03893929 clinical trial?

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

Is NCT03893929 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT03893929 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at ngcf@surgery.cuhk.edu.hk for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT03893929 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Shatin, Hong Kong.

Who is sponsoring the NCT03893929 clinical trial?

NCT03893929 is sponsored by Chinese University of Hong Kong. The principal investigator is Chi Fai Ng, MD at Chinese University of Hong Kong. The trial plans to enroll 5,000 participants.

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