Robot-assisted prostate biopsy using a new ultrasound probe
Part of Cancer, Kidney & urinary clinical trials.
This trial tests a robot-assisted method for taking prostate biopsies using a new type of ultrasound probe. It may help men with certain high-risk features get a more precise diagnosis.
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Who can take part
- You are a man between 40 and 75 years old.
- You have a PSA level over 4.0 ng/mL or an abnormal digital rectal exam, OR you had atypical small acinar proliferation (ASAP) on a previous biopsy.
- You have had a multi-parametric or bi-parametric MRI with a PI-RADS score of 2 or lower, OR 3 or higher.
- You have not had previous rectal surgery or anal stenosis.
- You are not on blood-thinning medications like Coumadin, Lovenox, or Heparin.
- You are able to tolerate local anesthesia (lidocaine) in the prostate area.
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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