Bioprotect
Clinical trials sponsored by Bioprotect, explained in plain language.
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Could a tiny implant shield the rectum from radiation damage?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at a small implantable spacer placed between the prostate and rectum in men receiving radiation for prostate cancer. The goal was to see if the spacer reduces the radiation dose reaching the rectum, potentially lowering side effects. A total of 175 men who alrea…
Sponsor: BioProtect • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:55 UTC
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Gel cushion may shield rectum during prostate cancer radiation
Disease control CompletedThis completed study tested a hydrogel spacer placed between the prostate and rectum in 20 men undergoing radiation for prostate cancer. The goal was to see if the spacer reduces radiation reaching the rectum. Researchers compared rectal radiation exposure before and after insert…
Sponsor: BioProtect • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:32 UTC