New drug combo shows promise in slowing prostate cancer spread

NCT ID NCT01409200

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated Apr 24, 2026 · Updated 18 times

Summary

This study looked at whether adding the drug axitinib to standard hormone therapy before surgery could help control prostate cancer that had spread to lymph nodes. 73 men with previously untreated prostate cancer took part. The goal was to see if the combination delayed cancer progression after surgery. The approach aims to manage the disease, not cure it.

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Locations

  • M D Anderson Cancer Center

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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