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Scientists collect prostate samples to unlock cancer secrets

NCT ID NCT00578240

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study collects tissue, blood, and other fluid samples from men with prostate conditions, including those with no cancer, localized disease, or advanced stages. Researchers will analyze genetic changes and protein markers to understand why some men get prostate cancer, why some cancers are more aggressive, and why some respond or resist treatment. The goal is to improve diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of prostate cancer.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to
If successful, this research could help scientists find better ways to diagnose, prevent, and treat prostate cancer.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study collecting samples for future research, not testing a new treatment. It may not directly lead to new therapies.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Participants

5,290 people

The number who actually took part.

Start date

Apr 1990

Expected to finish

Dec 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

All patients meeting the eligibility criteria and receiving or seeking prostate cancer treatment in the Genitourinary Oncology/Urology Services will be approached by a consenting professional at a suitable point in their clinical course prior to biospecimen collection.

Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Male participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.

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Inclusion Criteria: Men with prostate conditions representing the following disease states: * No Cancer Diagnosis * Clinically Localized Disease * Rising PSA * Clinical Metastases: Noncastrate * Clinical Metastases: Castrate (Testosterone ≤ 50 ng/ml) * Signed informed consent Exclusion Criteria: -Patients without any prostate related problems.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

prostate cancer

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Prostate cancer

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    New York, New York, 10065, United States

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