Clinicaltrials.gov identifier:
NCT03474913
Prevention
Screening for prostate cancer using upright MRI
Study Contact Information:
For additional information, please contact:
Study Director: Dara Lundon (212) 241-0751 Dara.Lundon@mountsinai.org
Upright MRI for Prostate Cancer Screening
About the Study
This study will compare the effectiveness of an upright magnetic resonance imaging () compared to specific antigen () and current MRI imaging for prostate cancer screening.
What the Study Involves
Participants will have a standard of care MRI as well as an upright, seated MRI. After each MRI, participants will be asked to fill out questionnaires to assess their comfort level during the scans. If something suspicious is found on either scan, participants may have an guided biopsy of the prostate, a way to sample and test prostate tissue for cancer. Researchers will check in with the participants every 6 months for 5 years.
Study Site
New York
New York
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Principal Investigator: Ash Tewari, MD
Contact: Dara Lundon (212) 241-0751 Dara.Lundon@mountsinai.org
Lead Researcher
Ash Tewari: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Men 18 years and older who:
- Are at risk of prostate cancer and have been told to have a prostate MRI
- Can undergo all parts of the study including ultrasound guided biopsy
- Can tolerate general or spinal anesthesia
- Ability to understand and the willingness to sign a written informed consent and to comply with the protocol.
Those who do not meet the criteria defined above and individuals who:
- Have been treated with 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors (marketed as Proscar, Propecia, or Avoadart) within 6 months before beginning the study
- Have had a previous prostate biopsy, prostate surgery, or treatment for prostate cancer
- Have a urinary tract infection or history of acute prostatitis, inflammation of the prostate, within the last 3 months
- Cannot have an MRI