Tiny radioactive seeds show promise in shrinking prostate tumors

NCT ID NCT04543903

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study tested a new type of radiation therapy for prostate cancer. Doctors placed tiny radioactive seeds directly into the tumor to see if it was safe and possible to do before surgery. Only one person took part, and the main goals were to check if the seeds could be placed correctly and to monitor any side effects.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Carmel Medical Center

    Haifa, 3436212, Israel

  • RAMBAM Health Care Campus

    Haifa, 3109601, Israel

  • Tel Aviv Medical Center

    Tel Aviv, Israel

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