New order of treatment shows promise for advanced prostate cancer

NCT ID NCT03069937

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 30 times

Summary

This study looked at whether giving chemotherapy (docetaxel) before hormone therapy (degarelix) helps men with newly diagnosed prostate cancer that has spread. 52 men took part. The main goal was to see how many had a very low PSA level after 10 months. This approach aims to control the disease, not cure it, as ongoing hormone therapy is typically needed.

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Locations

  • Medical University of South Carolina

    Charleston, South Carolina, 29425, United States

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