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Active Surveillance in Prostate Cancer, Imaging to Detect Radiographic Progression as an Endpoint (ASPIRE)

Active, not recruiting
Conditions
Prostate Cancer
Registration Number
NCT02425592
Lead Sponsor
Yale University
Brief Summary

The objective in this study is to determine if MRI-identified progression can decrease frequency or need for repeated prostate biopsy in men on active surveillance (AS).

Our hypothesis is that MRI alone is adequate to detect progression of prostate cancer in men on active surveillance (AS) after a MRI-US fusion prostate biopsy.

Detailed Description

MRI Fusion prostate biopsy will transform Active Surveillance (AS) for men with low risk prostate cancer. Treatment for prostate cancer, usually surgical removal or radiation delivered to the whole prostate, is associated with significant morbidity including incontinence and impotence.

The goal of this and future research is to maximize the effectiveness of prostate imaging in order to minimize the morbidity of prostate biopsy and hence improve the quality of life of patients with prostate cancer. There are many applications to improved imaging of prostate cancer, but several the investigators are interested in include: improved risk stratification to limit unnecessary treatment while providing appropriate treatment to prevent progression; limiting the number of biopsies needed for diagnosis and/or decreasing the frequency of biopsies and hence decreasing biopsy-related morbidity; focal therapy for confirmed focal disease rather than treating the entire prostate in order to limit the significant morbidity associated with whole-gland treatment.

This is an investigator-initiated, multi-center, prospective observational phase II trial evaluating MRI to detect prostate cancer progression in patients with low risk prostate cancer on Active Surveillance. The two centers involved will be the Yale-New Haven Hospital Smilow Cancer Center (Yale) and the VA Connecticut Healthcare System (VACT). The Yale School of Medicine will serve as the central data-coordinating center for this study.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING
Sex
Male
Target Recruitment
200
Inclusion Criteria
  • Age 30-80
  • Completed MRI Fusion prostate biopsy either in the past that demonstrated Gleason 6 prostate cancer and are either currently enrolled in Active Surveillance or are interested in Active surveillance, or have completed an MRI Fusion prostate biopsy at the first visit that demonstrates Gleason 6 prostate cancer and are interested in Active Surveillance
  • Diagnosed with Gleason 6 prostate cancer
  • PSA <20
  • <cT3 prostate cancer
  • Ability to receive an MRI with IV gadolinium contrast
  • Life expectancy >10 years (by physician estimate)
  • Understanding and willingness to provide consent
  • English speaking
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Exclusion Criteria
  • Received treatment for prostate cancer (hormone manipulation, surgery, radiation).
  • Known metastatic disease
  • High risk prostate cancer by Epstein Criteria
  • Any Gleason 7 or higher prostate cancer on prostate biopsy
  • Inability to receive an MRI with IV gadolinium contrast
  • Life expectancy <10 years
  • Unwillingness to undergo monitoring and imaging studies
  • Non-English speaking
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Study & Design

Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Study Design
Not specified
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Tumor Radiologic Progression Rate3 years

MRI

Tumor Histologic Progression Rate3 years

MRI-US Fusion biopsy

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Anxiety Using Cancer Distress Thermometer Scores3 years

serial anxiety measurements on standardized scale

Urinary Function Using International Prostate Symptom Scores3 years

monitoring urinary symptoms using standardized questionnaire

Erectile Function Using Sexual Health Inventory for Men Scores3 years

monitoring sexual function as measured by standardized questionnaire

Trial Locations

Locations (2)

Yale University

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New Haven, Connecticut, United States

VA Connecticut Healthcare System (VACT)

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West Haven, Connecticut, United States

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