Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Phase 2 Interventional Ages 18 and up Men only

Focal brachytherapy for low-risk prostate cancer

Official title: Focal Brachytherapy in Patients With Selected "Low-risk" Prostate Cancer - a Phase-II-trial

Run by University of Erlangen-Nürnberg Medical School · NCT02391051 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a new type of targeted radiation treatment for men with low-risk prostate cancer to see if it's safe and effective.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 2
Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexMen only
Enrollment50 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Erlangen-Nürnberg Medical School
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Erlangen)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 2014
Main results expectedDecember 2019
Study endsDecember 2029
Registry record updatedAugust 11, 2017
Trial IDNCT02391051 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are men over 18 with histologically confirmed low-risk prostate cancer and specific tumor characteristics.

Probably not a fit

Patients with higher tumor stages, known metastasis, or coagulation disorders may not benefit from this treatment.

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

What this trial studies

This trial evaluates the feasibility and toxicity of high-dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy in patients diagnosed with low-risk prostate cancer. Participants will receive two doses of 13.5 Gy of HDR brachytherapy. The study aims to determine the safety and effectiveness of this localized treatment approach for managing prostate cancer. A 3D-targeted prostate biopsy is required to confirm eligibility before treatment.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could provide a less invasive and effective option for managing low-risk prostate cancer.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promise with brachytherapy approaches, suggesting potential for success in this trial.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Age \> 18
* Histologically confirmed prostate cancer
* Gleason Score of index lesion ≤ 6 (3+3)
* Tumor stage: cT1-2a cN0 cM0
* Unilateral affection; index lesion ≤ 0.5ml with or without clinically non-significant lesion contralateral. No more than 25% of the punch should be affected. Therefore a 3D-TPM-biopsy is mandatory before treatment.
* PSA ≤ 10/ng/ml
* Prostate volume \< 60 m\^3
* No distant metastasis
* Life expectancy \> 10 years
* Informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Tumor stage ≥ T2b
* Known metastasis: N+ and/or M1
* General anesthesia or peridural anesthesia is not possible
* Coagulation disorder

Where it's running

  • University Hospital
    Erlangen, Germany
    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.
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