Fine-needle scan during prostate biopsy
Part of Cancer, Kidney & urinary clinical trials.
This study tests a special fine-needle “photoacoustic” scan used during a planned prostate biopsy. It aims to better assess prostate cancer tissue patterns, which may improve how doctors evaluate biopsies.
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Who can take part
- You already have a prostate biopsy planned as routine care
- You are older than 40 and younger than 80 years old
- You do not have a bleeding disorder
- You are not taking blood thinners (anticoagulants), even temporarily
- You have no known allergy to silicone
- You can sign consent and you feel able to finish the study, with your surgeon/patient agreeing
- You are not currently in another research study
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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