Which prostate radiation is easier on patients? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT03426748
First seen Feb 01, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 11 times
Summary
This study compares two types of internal radiation (brachytherapy) for men with early-stage prostate cancer. The goal is to see which method better preserves quality of life, especially urinary function. About 140 men with favorable or low-risk intermediate prostate cancer will be randomly assigned to receive either low dose rate or high dose rate brachytherapy.
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British Columbia Cancer Agency Center for the Southern Interior
Kelowna, British Columbia, V1Y5L3, Canada
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