Comparing two methods of prostate biopsy for cancer diagnosis

Multicentric Comparative Prospective Study of the Benefits and Risks of Biopsy Prostate Using Transrectal or Transperineal Procedure for the Prostate Cancer Diagnostic.

Not applicable Interventional Elsan · NCT05763355

This study is testing which of two prostate biopsy methods, one through the rectum and one through the skin, is safer and better at finding cancer for men who might have it.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment596 (estimated)
SexMale
SponsorElsan Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Bordeaux and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT05763355 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study compares the benefits and risks of two biopsy techniques for diagnosing prostate cancer: transrectal and transperineal. The transrectal method involves inserting a needle through the rectum, while the transperineal method uses a needle inserted through the skin, which may reduce infection risks and improve tumor detection. Patients with suspected prostate cancer will be evaluated to determine which method provides better outcomes. The study aims to provide clearer insights into the effectiveness and safety of these biopsy approaches.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients with suspected prostate cancer who meet specific MRI staging or grading criteria.

Not a fit: Patients without suspected prostate cancer or those with other medical conditions that interfere with the study may not benefit.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to safer and more effective biopsy techniques for diagnosing prostate cancer.

How similar studies have performed: While there is limited randomized comparison data available, the transperineal approach has shown promise in reducing complications in other studies.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients with suspected prostate cancer with at least one of the following criteria met :

  1. MRI Staging: T2 or T3a,
  2. MRI Grading: Pirads greater than or equal to 3
  3. MRI tumor volume greater than or equal to 0.5 cm3

  e.Patient without tumor lesion detected by prostate MRI less than 3 months old with PSA \> 4 ng/ml, or an observed suspicious induration to the rectal exam
* Voluntarily signed and dated written informed consents prior to any study specific procedure,

Exclusion Criteria:

* Other medical conditions may interfere with the conduct of the study and, in the judgment of the investigator, would make the patient inappropriate for entry into this study,
* Individuals deprived of liberty or placed under legal guardianship,
* Unwillingness or inability to comply with the study protocol for any reason.
* Patients without a health insurance

Where this trial is running

Bordeaux and 1 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.
Conditions Patients With Suspected Prostate CancerTranspérinéalTransrectalBiopsyProstateCancer
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.