Clinical trial Recruiting at 3 sites Interventional Ages 18 and up Men only

Evaluating CyberKnife for treating prostate cancer

Official title: Prospective Evaluation of Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy Boost for Unfavorable Localized Prostate Cancer

Run by MemorialCare Health System · NCT02016248 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if a new radiation treatment called CyberKnife can help men with prostate cancer feel better and have fewer side effects.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexMen only
Enrollment150 (estimated)
SponsorMemorialCare Health System
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionsradiation
Locations3 sites (Fountain Valley, California and 2 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 2012
Main results expectedJune 2028
Study endsJune 2029
Registry record updatedMarch 30, 2026
Trial IDNCT02016248 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are men with histologically proven prostate adenocarcinoma who have not undergone prior prostatectomy or radiotherapy.

Probably not a fit

Patients with advanced prostate cancer or those who have had previous treatments such as prostatectomy or cryotherapy 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 study evaluates the effectiveness and side effects of CyberKnife stereotactic ablative body radiation (SABR) in patients with prostate cancer. The CyberKnife system uses advanced technology to deliver high doses of radiation precisely to the tumor while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue. The study aims to determine if this treatment can improve patient outcomes and assess its impact on quality of life over time. Patients with low to intermediate risk prostate cancer will be monitored for their response to this innovative treatment approach.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could offer a more effective and less invasive option for patients with prostate cancer, potentially leading to quicker recovery times and improved quality of life.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promising results with similar stereotactic radiation approaches, indicating potential for success with this novel treatment.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion

* Histologically proven prostate adenocarcinoma
* Biopsy within 12 months of date of registration required except for patients who already meet criteria for enrollment in the high risk arm of the protocol. For these patients, repeat biopsy will be at the discretion of the treating physician. In general, repeat biopsy is recommended for these patients, but is not required if it will not affect the treating physician's management decisions in regards to the care of the patient.
* Clinical Stage I-IV, MX-M0 (AJCC VERSION 9)
* M-stage determined by physical exam, CT, MRI, bone scan, PSMA PET/CT, or biopsy.
* Prostate volume: ≤ 100 cc (recommended not required)
* Determined using: volume = π/6 x length x height x width
* Measurement from CT, MRI or ultrasound ≤ 90 days prior to registration.
* Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status 0-1
* No prior prostatectomy or cryotherapy of the prostate
* No prior radiotherapy to the prostate or lower pelvis
* No implanted hardware or other material that would prohibit appropriate treatment planning or treatment delivery, in the investigator's opinion.
* Completion of patient questionnaires in section 3.7.
* Consent signed

Exclusion

* No prior prostatectomy or cryotherapy of the prostate
* No prior radiotherapy to the prostate or lower pelvis
* No implanted hardware or other material that would prohibit appropriate treatment planning or treatment delivery, in the investigator's opinion.

Where it's running

  • Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center
    Fountain Valley, California, United States
    Recruiting
  • Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
    Laguna Hills, California, United States
    Recruiting
  • Long Beach Memorial Medical Center
    Long Beach, California, United States
    Recruiting

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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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.