New drug combo aims to shrink prostate tumors before surgery

NCT ID NCT00329043

First seen Nov 10, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 28 times

Summary

This study looks at whether adding sunitinib to hormone therapy can shrink or control high-risk prostate cancer before surgery to remove the prostate. About 64 participants will receive the combination treatment, then have their prostate removed to check for complete tumor disappearance. The goal is to improve outcomes for patients with aggressive localized prostate cancer.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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