Can a stronger beam beat prostate cancer? new study pushes radiation limits
NCT ID NCT00951535
First seen Apr 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 13, 2026 · Updated 5 times
Summary
This study tests whether giving a higher dose of radiation (up to 81 Gy) to men with high-risk prostate cancer can better control the disease without causing too many side effects. About 251 men who also need hormone therapy will receive targeted radiation using a precise technique called IMRT. Researchers will track cancer recurrence and side effects for up to 9 years.
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Locations
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Beacon Hospital
Dublin, Ireland
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Cork University Hospital
Cork, Ireland
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SLRON St James's Hospital
Dublin, Ireland
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SLRON St Luke's Hospital
Dublin, 6, Ireland
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SLRON, Beaumont Hospital
Dublin, Ireland
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