Gel cushion may shield rectum during prostate cancer radiation
NCT ID NCT05323747
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This 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 inserting the spacer.
What this could mean
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Active substance
hydrogel spacer
What this could lead to
If successful, this spacer could help reduce rectal damage during prostate cancer radiation, making treatment safer.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study with only 20 participants. It only measures radiation exposure, not long-term patient outcomes or side effects.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Northern Nevada Radiation Oncology
Reno, Nevada, 89521, United States
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Western Radiation Oncology
Campbell, California, 95008, United States