Fish oil fights prostate cancer? new study tests Omega-3 after surgery
NCT ID NCT02333435
First seen Nov 20, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This study looks at whether taking omega-3 (EPA) supplements can reduce inflammation and improve quality of life in men with high-risk prostate cancer who have their prostate removed. About 130 participants will take either fish oil capsules or placebo for six weeks before surgery and one year after. The goal is to see if omega-3 can slow cancer cell growth and help patients feel better.
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Centre de Recherche Clinique et Evaluative en Oncologie - Hotel Dieu de Quebec
Québec, Quebec, G1R 3S1, Canada
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