Proton Therapy for High-Risk Prostate Cancer

Proton Radiation Therapy for the Treatment of Patients With High Risk Prostate Cancer

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Stage III Prostate Cancer AJCC v8 Stage IIIA Prostate Cancer AJCC v8 Stage IIIB Prostate Cancer AJCC v8 Stage IIIC Prostate Cancer AJCC v8
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Male
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
30 (estimated)
Sponsor
Emory University · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for patients with high-risk prostate cancer who are receiving radiation therapy. Participants will receive proton radiation directed at the tumor and nearby lymph nodes to see if it is effective and causes fewer side effects.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I have been diagnosed with high-risk prostate cancer
  • I have a Gleason grade of 8 or higher
  • My prostate specific antigen (PSA) is above 20
  • I have positive regional lymph nodes in specified areas
  • I have a performance status of 0-2
  • I have a complete blood count done within the last 90 days
  • My absolute neutrophil count is at least 1,500 cells/mm^3
  • I can give informed consent for the study

You may not be able to join if

  • I have no bone metastasis before starting therapy
  • I have no distant lymph node metastasis before starting therapy
  • I have had radical surgery for prostate cancer
  • I have had prior radiation therapy to the affected area
  • I have uncontrolled health issues like inflammatory bowel disease or active infections

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
This phase II trial investigates whether proton radiation therapy directed to the prostate tumor, pelvic, and para-aortic lymph nodes, is an effective way to treat patients with high-risk or lymph node positive prostate cancer who are receiving radiation therapy, and if it will result in fewer gastrointestinal and genitourinary side effects. Proton beam therapy is a new type of radiotherapy that d…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Pathologically confirmed high-risk prostate cancer fulfilling any one of the following criteria: * Gleason grade 8 or higher * cT3b (seminal vesicle involvement) or cT4 * Prostate specific antigen \[PSA\] \> 20 (or PSA \>10 if on finasteride) * Clinically or pathologi…
Contacts

Pretesh Patel, MD

404-778-3473

pretesh.patel@emory.edu

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