Mini device implanted in prostate tumors could reveal best drug match
NCT ID NCT04399876
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a small implantable device that is placed inside prostate tumors to see how they respond to different cancer drugs. About 35 men scheduled for prostate removal surgery will receive the device before their operation. The goal is to learn whether this approach is safe and can help doctors choose the most effective drugs for each patient in the future.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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