Prostate Cancer study: SpaceOAR
Official title Using Rectal Hydrogel Spacer for Salvage SABR in Prostate Cancer
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05597852
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether a gel spacer can lower bowel side effects. It looks at how well this method works during a second round of radiation.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you have prostate cancer and need a second round of radiation.
- What's involved
- You would get a gel spacer placed between your prostate and rectum. You would then receive focused radiation treatment.
- Time commitment
- The source text does not say how long the study lasts or what visits are needed.
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 18 and older, men only
You may be able to join if
- Histologically and radiologically confirmed locally recurrent prostate adenocarcinoma
- Willing to give informed consent to participate in this clinical trial
- Able and willing to complete EPIC and EQ-5D questionnaires
You likely can't join if
- Contraindication to prostate MRI
- Anticoagulation medication (if unsafe to discontinue)
- Diagnosis of bleeding diathesis
- Poor baseline urinary function defined as International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) \>20
- Evidence of castrate resistance (defined as PSA \> 3 ng/ml while testosterone is \< 0.7nmol/l).
- Definitive extrapelvic nodal or distant metastatic disease on staging investigations.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Histologically and radiologically confirmed locally recurrent prostate adenocarcinoma
- Willing to give informed consent to participate in this clinical trial
- Able and willing to complete EPIC and EQ-5D questionnaires
- Contraindication to prostate MRI
- Anticoagulation medication (if unsafe to discontinue)
- Diagnosis of bleeding diathesis
- Poor baseline urinary function defined as International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) \>20
- Evidence of castrate resistance (defined as PSA \> 3 ng/ml while testosterone is \< 0.7nmol/l). Patients could have been on combined androgen blockade but are excluded if this was started due to PSA progression.
- Definitive extrapelvic nodal or distant metastatic disease on staging investigations.
- Prior ultra-hypofractionated radiotherapy ( SBRT of 5Gy/fraction or higher)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- 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?
This study is enrolling now at Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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