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Official title Pilot Study of Dose Escalation in Prostate Radiotherapy Using the MR-Linac (DESTINATION-MRL)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06177093
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is a single centre feasibility trial. The trial will recruit men with intermediate risk localised prostate cancer who will all receive targeted dose (escalated/de-escalated dose directed by MRI) 5 fraction SBRT to the prostate.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older, men only
You may be able to join if
- Men aged ≥18 years
- Histological confirmation of prostate adenocarcinoma requiring radical radiotherapy
- Gleason score 3+3, 3+4 or 4+3 (Grade groups 1, 2 or 3)
- MRI stage T2 or less (as staged by AJCC TNM 2018)
- MRI-visible tumour(s) of PIRADS v2 grade 3 or higher on T2 and diffusion-weighted imaging and/or dynamic contrast-enhanced imaging (multiparametric...
You likely can't join if
- Contraindications to MRI (e.g. pacemaker, potentially mobile metal implant, claustrophobia)
- IPSS 19 or higher
- High grade disease (GG3) occult to MRI-defined lesion
- Post-void residual \>100 mls, where known
- Prostate volume \>90cc
- Comorbidities which predispose to significant toxicity (e.g. inflammatory bowel disease) or preclude long term follow up
See the full eligibility criteria
- Men aged ≥18 years
- Histological confirmation of prostate adenocarcinoma requiring radical radiotherapy
- Gleason score 3+3, 3+4 or 4+3 (Grade groups 1, 2 or 3)
- MRI stage T2 or less (as staged by AJCC TNM 2018)
- MRI-visible tumour(s) of PIRADS v2 grade 3 or higher on T2 and diffusion-weighted imaging and/or dynamic contrast-enhanced imaging (multiparametric MRI or mpMRI) with concordant pathology
- Tumour nodule visible on MRI occupying \<50% of prostate on any axial slice and \<50% prostate volume
- PSA \<20 ng/ml prior to starting ADT (if applicable)
- Short course (\< 6 months) concurrent androgen deprivation therapy (antiandrogens or LHRH analogues) allowed though not mandated as per the discretion of the treating physician.
- WHO Performance status 0-2
- Ability of the participant understand and the willingness to sign a written informed consent form.
- Ability/willingness to comply with the patient reported outcome questionnaires schedule throughout the study.
- Contraindications to MRI (e.g. pacemaker, potentially mobile metal implant, claustrophobia)
- IPSS 19 or higher
- High grade disease (GG3) occult to MRI-defined lesion
- Post-void residual \>100 mls, where known
- Prostate volume \>90cc
- Comorbidities which predispose to significant toxicity (e.g. inflammatory bowel disease) or preclude long term follow up
- Unilateral or bilateral total hip replacement, or other pelvic metalwork which causes artefact on diffusion-weighted imaging
- Previous pelvic radiotherapy
- Patients needing \>6 months of ADT due to disease parameters as per the discretion of the treating physician
- Previous invasive malignancy within the last 2 years excluding basal or squamous cell carcinomas of the skin, low risk non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (assuming cystoscopic follow up now negative) or small renal...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling male, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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