Examining the link between seminal vesicle size and sexual abstinence duration

Correlation Between Seminal Vesicle Size and Duration of Sexual Abstinence

Observational Fondation Hôpital Saint-Joseph · NCT05192252

This study is trying to see if the size of seminal vesicles in men over 45 who are having an MRI for prostate cancer is related to how long they've been abstinent from sex.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment250 (estimated)
Ages45 Years and up
SexMale
SponsorFondation Hôpital Saint-Joseph Academic / other
Locations1 site (Paris)
Trial IDNCT05192252 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study investigates the relationship between the size of seminal vesicles and the duration of sexual abstinence in men aged 45 and older who are undergoing MRI for suspected prostate cancer. The study aims to gather data on seminal vesicle dimensions and their potential implications for prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment. By utilizing MRI technology, researchers hope to enhance understanding of how seminal vesicle size may correlate with prostate cancer prognosis. The findings could provide insights into the anatomical and functional aspects of male reproductive health.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are French-speaking men aged 45 and older who are undergoing prostate MRI for suspected prostate cancer.

Not a fit: Patients with a history of curative treatment for prostate cancer or those unable to consent due to legal restrictions may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve diagnostic accuracy and treatment strategies for patients with suspected prostate cancer.

How similar studies have performed: While the specific correlation between seminal vesicle size and sexual abstinence duration is not widely studied, MRI's role in prostate cancer diagnostics has shown promise in other research.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient whose age ≥ 45 years
* French speaking patient
* Patient performing a prostate MRI for suspected prostate cancer

Exclusion Criteria:

* History of curative treatment for prostate cancer (radical prostatectomy, external radiotherapy, brachytherapy, HIFU, cryotherapy)
* Patient under guardianship or curatorship
* Patient deprived of liberty
* Patient under court protection
* Patient objecting to the use of his or her data for this research

Where this trial is running

Paris

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 Suspected Prostate Cancer
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