New flexible MRI coil could spare men unnecessary prostate biopsies

NCT ID NCT05043012

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is testing whether a new flexible MRI coil can accurately detect significant prostate cancer in 258 men with intermediate or high-risk disease. The goal is to see if this less invasive approach can reduce the number of unnecessary biopsies. Participants will receive both the standard and the new MRI scan to compare results.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

flexible AIR coil

What this could lead to

If successful, this could make prostate MRI scans more comfortable and accessible, potentially reducing the need for invasive biopsies.

What could go wrong

This is an early-stage diagnostic study, not a treatment trial. The new coil may not be as accurate as the standard endorectal coil, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

prostate cancer prostate carcinoma

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

    RECRUITING

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

    Contact Email: •••••@•••••