Transperineal Micro-ultrasound for the Detection of Prostate Cancer During Biopsy (NCT07075705)
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
This clinical trial studies whether transperineal micro-ultrasound can be used to detect prostate cancer during biopsy. Transrectal ultrasound is often used during prostate biopsy. Transrectal ultrasound imaging is a procedure in which a probe that sends out high-energy sound waves is inserted into the rectum. The sound waves are bounced off internal tissues or organs and make echoes. The echoes form a picture of body tissue called a sonogram. Transrectal ultrasound is used to look for abnormalities in the rectum and nearby structures, including the prostate. The images are used to guide the prostate biopsy. Transperineal micro-ultrasound is completed by placing a probe over the skin between the scrotum and anus (perineum). It is a high-resolution ultrasound at 29 megahertz (MHz) (compared to traditional ultrasound at 6-9 MHz). This higher frequency allows for an improved spatial resolution. This improved spatial resolution is approximately the diameter of a prostatic duct, and therefore, may be able to visualize slight changes in the structure of prostatic ducts that are not possible with standard transrectal ultrasound. Transperineal micro-ultrasound may be more effective in detecting prostate cancer during biopsy.
Who can join: To join this study, participants generally need to meet the listed inclusion criteria (3 items) and avoid the listed exclusions (2 items).
Location: Roswell Park Cancer Institute — Buffalo, New York
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistCheck every box below. If you can check all of them, you may meet the study's basic screening requirements (final eligibility is confirmed by the site team).
Usually NOT eligible if any of the following apply:
- Exclusion Criteria:
- Any condition which in the investigator's opinion deems the participant an unsuitable candidate for study participation
🔍 Extracted verbatim from the official NIH eligibility criteria. Always confirm with the study coordinator.
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Roswell Park Cancer Institute — Buffalo, New York
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.