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
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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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Locations
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The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
RECRUITINGHouston, Texas, 77030, United States
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