Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up Men only

Comparing 5.0T and 3.0T MRI for diagnosing prostate cancer

Official title: Comparison of 5.0T and 3.0T Biparametric Magnetic Resonance Imaging in the Diagnosis of Prostate Cancer: A Prospective, Single Center and Paired-design Diagnostic Study

Run by Anhui Provincial Hospital · NCT06612047 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing whether a stronger 5.0T MRI can find prostate cancer more accurately than the standard 3.0T MRI in men who are being checked for the disease.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexMen only
Enrollment150 (estimated)
SponsorAnhui Provincial Hospital
Government
Locations1 site (Hefei, Anhui)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 8, 2024
Main results expectedSeptember 30, 2026
Study endsDecember 31, 2026
Registry record updatedFebruary 11, 2025
Trial IDNCT06612047 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include patients with indications for prostate biopsy who have not had prior prostate surgery and can undergo MRI without contraindications.

Probably not a fit

Patients with contraindications to MRI or those who do not require a prostate biopsy may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to compare the diagnostic efficacy of 5.0T and 3.0T biparametric magnetic resonance imaging (bpMRI) in diagnosing prostate cancer. It will evaluate the accuracy of both imaging techniques in determining the T stage of prostate cancer and assess the potential advantages of using 5.0T bpMRI over the more commonly used 3.0T bpMRI. Participants will undergo both imaging procedures, and their data will be collected prospectively to analyze the differences in diagnostic performance. The study seeks to address the limitations of current diagnostic methods and improve prostate cancer detection.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the accuracy of prostate cancer diagnosis, leading to better patient outcomes.

How similar studies have gone: While mpMRI has been widely studied, the specific comparison of 5.0T and 3.0T bpMRI for prostate cancer diagnosis is novel and has not been previously explored.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. The patient has at least one indication for prostate biopsy (Chinese expert consensus on prostate biopsy (2022 edition) );
2. The primary prostate cancer has no other cancer history;
3. The 3.0TbpMRI examination was completed, and the images were clear and accessible;
4. The 5.0TbpMRI examination was further completed, and the images were clear and accessible;
5. The patient fully understands the relevant content of the study and voluntarily signs the informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. The patient has contraindications to MRI examination, such as metal plates and heart stents in the body;
2. The patient does not have an indication for prostate biopsy or refuses biopsy;
3. The patient has contraindications to prostate biopsy;
4. 3.0T MRI considers that the patient has multiple lymph node or bone metastases;
5. The patient has undergone other prostatic surgery in the past;
6. The patient is unable to cooperate, has communication barriers, or refuses to sign the informed consent form.

Where it's running

  • Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of USTC
    Hefei, Anhui, China
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Jun Xiao, M.D. — The First Affiliated Hospital of University of Science and Technology of China
  • Study coordinator: Changming Wang, M.D.
  • Email: wcmurologist@mail.ustc.edu.cn
  • Phone: 15840256553

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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