Investigating imaging and blood markers to improve prostate cancer treatment outcomes

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What this research studies

This research focuses on improving treatment outcomes for intermediate and high-risk prostate cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy. It aims to identify early indicators of treatment response by using advanced imaging techniques and analyzing circulating tumor cells in the blood. By combining these methods, the study seeks to better understand how different tumor characteristics affect patient outcomes and optimize treatment strategies. Patients will be monitored over time to assess the effectiveness of these markers in predicting progression and guiding therapy decisions.

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Where this research is happening

• University of Miami School of Medicine
  Coral Gables, United States Active

Researchers

• Principal investigator: Pollack, Alan — University of Miami School of Medicine
• Study coordinator: Pollack, Alan

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About this research

1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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