LOCALIZED PROSTATE CARCINOMA

This study is testing whether a shorter, 5-week course of targeted radiation is safe and effective for men with prostate cancer who also have bothersome urinary symptoms or an enlarged prostate. It aims to see if this approach can control the cancer while keeping severe side effe…

This early-stage study is comparing two different targeted radiation drugs for men with high-risk prostate cancer who are planning to have surgery. The goal is to see which drug might be more effective at delivering radiation to the tumor and potentially priming the immune system…

This study is testing if an ultra-short course of radiation is as safe and effective as a moderately short course for treating localized prostate cancer. It will involve about 205 men and combines internal radiation (brachytherapy) with external beam radiation. The main goal is t…

This study is testing a new type of imaging scan to see if it can accurately tell whether prostate cancer has spread to nearby lymph nodes. If successful, this scan could help doctors decide which patients truly need to have their lymph nodes removed during prostate cancer surger…

This study is testing whether a 10-week supervised golf program can help improve the well-being of prostate cancer survivors who are on hormone therapy. Researchers want to see if regular golf practice can improve physical ability, mood, and overall quality of life for these men.…

This study is testing whether wrapping delicate nerves with a special protective tissue during prostate cancer surgery can help men recover better. The goal is to see if this wrap can reduce common side effects like erectile dysfunction and urinary incontinence after the operatio…

This study aims to understand how common low vitamin D levels are in Black men with prostate cancer and to see if taking vitamin D supplements can improve their immune system function. Researchers will enroll 220 participants with a history of prostate cancer, give them vitamin D…

This study is testing whether a simpler, easier-to-read survivorship care plan helps Black and African American men who have finished treatment for prostate cancer. Researchers want to see if this tailored plan helps patients understand their follow-up care and manage long-term s…

This study aims to understand exactly how a precise, high-dose radiation treatment works for early-stage prostate cancer. Researchers will observe 100 men receiving this treatment, analyzing changes in their blood, tumor tissue, and gut bacteria before and after. The goal is to l…