New study aims to make prostate cancer screening smarter, not just more frequent

NCT ID NCT05926102

First seen Jan 18, 2026 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 12 times

Summary

This study looks at whether a genetic test can help find men who are at high risk for serious prostate cancer while helping low-risk men avoid unnecessary biopsies. About 5,000 male Veterans aged 55-69 will take part. The goal is to make prostate cancer screening more accurate and reduce harm from false alarms.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • VA Boston Healthcare System Jamaica Plain Campus, Jamaica Plain, MA

    RECRUITING

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02130-4817, United States

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