Robot aims to improve prostate cancer diagnosis

NCT ID NCT07271017

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This early-stage trial tests a new robot and ultrasound probe, called ProBot, designed to make prostate biopsies more precise and comfortable. The study will enroll 60 men with suspected prostate cancer to see if the device is safe and works as intended. If successful, it could lead to better detection of aggressive cancers while reducing unnecessary procedures.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

ProBot robot and novel ultrasound probe

What this could lead to

If successful, this could make prostate biopsies more accurate and less painful, improving cancer detection.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-phase safety and feasibility study. The device may not work better than current methods, and unexpected complications could arise.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

disease prostate cancer

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Johns Hopkins Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Baltimore, Maryland, 21287, United States

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