Checking prostate tissue during prostate removal surgery
Part of Cancer, Kidney & urinary clinical trials.
This trial tests a new microscope that helps surgeons see if any cancer is left at the edge of the removed prostate during surgery. It may help guide treatment right away, possibly reducing the need for more surgery or radiation later.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are male or were assigned male at birth.
- You have been diagnosed with localized prostate cancer (cancer that hasn't spread beyond the prostate).
- You are scheduled to have your prostate removed at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center as part of your standard care.
- Your most recent MRI shows no clear signs that the cancer has spread beyond the prostate on both sides.
- Your prostate is not too large (less than about 80 cubic centimeters).
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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