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

Observational study on radiation therapy and hormone treatment for high-risk prostate cancer

Official title: PRospective Observational Study of STereotactic Body rAdiation Therapy With Androgen Deprivation Therapy for Organ-confined High-risk Prostate Cancer: the PROSTAR Trial

Run by Istituto Clinico Humanitas · NCT06949254 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing whether combining a special type of radiation therapy with hormone treatment can help men with high-risk prostate cancer do better and have fewer side effects compared to regular radiation.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexMen only
Enrollment49 (estimated)
SponsorIstituto Clinico Humanitas
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionsradiation
Locations3 sites (Bergamo, Bergamo and 2 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedApril 4, 2025
Main results expectedMay 2032
Study endsMay 2032
Registry record updatedJuly 30, 2025
Trial IDNCT06949254 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are men over 18 years old with histologically confirmed high-risk prostate adenocarcinoma and no evidence of metastases.

Probably not a fit

Patients with previous local radiation treatment of the prostate or those with active inflammatory bowel diseases 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 investigates the effectiveness of Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) combined with Androgen Deprivation Therapy (ADT) in patients with organ-confined high-risk prostate cancer. It aims to evaluate the outcomes of this treatment approach, particularly focusing on disease control and toxicity levels compared to conventional radiation therapy. Eligible participants include men over 18 years with specific high-risk factors for prostate cancer, and the study will monitor their responses to the treatment over time.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a more effective treatment option for patients with high-risk prostate cancer, potentially improving survival rates and quality of life.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promising results with similar approaches using SBRT for localized prostate cancer, indicating potential for success in this study.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Age \> 18 years
* ECOG performance status ≤ 2
* Histologically proven prostate adenocarcinoma
* High-risk group classification according to National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN), defined by the presence of any one of the following high-risk factors: cT3-cT4 OR Grade Group 4 or Grade Group 5 OR PSA \>20 ng/mL
* No pelvic nodal and distant metastases at staging with PSMA-PET
* IPSS ≤ 15 (alpha blockers allowed)
* Life expectancy of \> 5 years
* Prostate volume ≤ 100 cc

Exclusion Criteria:

* Previous local radiation treatment of the prostate
* Previous radiotherapy to the pelvis
* Active Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease
* Previous tumors unless disease free for a minimum of 5 years

Where it's running

  • IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital
    Rozzano, Milan, Italy
    Recruiting
  • Humanitas Gavazzeni
    Bergamo, Bergamo, Italy
    Not yet recruiting
  • Humanitas PIO X
    Milan, Milan, Italy
    Not yet 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.