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Compares treatment options for Prostate Cancer Screening
Official title Screening for Prostate Cancer Using High Resolution Micro-ultrasound Versus Multiparametric Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06626022
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this study is to compare whether the FDA and Health Canada approved microUS is as effective as the currently used option (MRI) for imaging the prostate gland. Participants will be randomized into two groups to compare the imaging results of the current standard of care MRI and the new microUS.
- Phase 3: a large, late-stage study
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 50 to 70, men only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Male sex;
- Age 50-70;
- PSA 3-20 and/or abnormal DRE;
- Biopsy naïve.
You likely can't join if
- Prior personal history of prostate cancer;
- Prior prostate imaging using microUS or MRI;
- Contraindication to microUS or MRI;
- Testosterone replacement therapy within last 12 months; or
- Androgen deprivation therapy within last 12 months.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Los Angeles, California, United States
- Dallas, Texas, United States
- Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Montréal, Quebec, Canada
- Martigues, France
- Tønsberg, Norway
- Bilbao, Spain
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?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
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, 50 years to 70 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Los Angeles, California, United States; Dallas, Texas, United States; Edmonton, Alberta, Canada; Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Montréal, Quebec, Canada and 3 more location(s). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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