Adaptive radiation therapy for localized prostate cancer

ART of SABR: A Randomized Phase II Trial of Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART) Stereotactic Ablative Body Radiotherapy (SABR) for Primary Localized Prostate Cancer: Two Versus Five Fractions

NA · Mayo Clinic · NCT06325046

This study is testing a new type of radiation therapy for localized prostate cancer to see if it can improve patients' quality of life compared to standard treatment.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment144 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexMale
SponsorMayo Clinic (other)
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy, radiation
Locations5 sites (Albert Lea, Minnesota and 4 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06325046 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates the impact of near margin-less adaptive radiation therapy (ART) on quality of life in patients with localized prostate cancer, comparing it to standard stereotactic ablative body radiotherapy (SABR). The study aims to assess early and late patient-reported quality of life changes, gastrointestinal and genitourinary toxicities, and financial impacts associated with the treatments. ART utilizes real-time data to adjust radiation delivery, potentially reducing exposure to healthy tissues and shortening treatment duration. Participants will undergo assessments using validated questionnaires and toxicity grading scales to measure outcomes.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include adult males aged 18 and older with histologically confirmed low- to intermediate-risk localized prostate adenocarcinoma.

Not a fit: Patients with very low-, high-, or very high-risk prostate adenocarcinoma or those who have received prior definitive treatment for prostate cancer may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to improved quality of life and reduced side effects for patients undergoing treatment for localized prostate cancer.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise with adaptive radiation therapy approaches, suggesting potential for success in this novel application.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Gender assigned male at birth: age ≥ 18 years
* Histological confirmation of prostate adenocarcinoma
* National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) (Prostate Cancer version 4.2022) low- to intermediate-risk prostate adenocarcinoma
* Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status ≤ 2
* Ability to complete questionnaire(s) by themselves or with assistance
* Signed informed consent
* Willing to complete requirements for follow-up (during active monitoring phase)

Exclusion Criteria:

* NCCN (Prostate Cancer version 4.2022) very low-, high-, or very high-risk prostate adenocarcinoma
* Prior definitive treatment of prostate cancer including radiotherapy, prostatectomy, cryotherapy, or high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU)
* Prior bladder outlet obstruction procedures including transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP), transurethral vaporesection of the prostate (TUVRP), etc.
* Metastatic disease by conventional or molecular imaging
* Contraindications to radiation therapy (RT) including uncontrolled inflammatory bowel disease, ATM mutation, and Xeroderma pigmentosum mutation
* Concurrent antineoplastic agents (chemotherapy)
* Previous or concurrent malignancy other than non-melanoma skin cancer, indolent lymphoma, or chronic myelogenous leukemia, unless continuously disease-free ≥ 5 years
* Medical or psychiatric conditions that preclude informed decision-making or adherence with the protocol-defined treatment or follow-up
* Prostate gland volume \> 80 cc based on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and/or International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) composite score \> 17
* Body weight \> 200 kilogram
* Known allergy or sensitivity to polyethylene glycol (PEG) or iodine

Where this trial is running

Albert Lea, Minnesota and 4 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Localized Prostate Adenocarcinoma, Stage I Prostate Cancer AJCC v8, Stage II Prostate Cancer AJCC v8, Stage III Prostate Cancer AJCC v8

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.