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Targeted Fusion Biopsy of the Prostate
NCT02744534 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
The purpose of this study is to see if using Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scan and transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) guided biopsy together (creating a 3-dimensional ultrasound) will detect prostate cancer more accurately than the standard 2-dimensional approach which uses only the TRUS to guide the biopsy.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- DRUG FACBC PET-CT Scan
- PROCEDURE Three-dimensional ultrasound-guided biopsy
- PROCEDURE Standard transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) guided biopsy
Study Locations (2)
Georgia
- Emory University Hospital — Atlanta
- Emory University Winship Cancer Institute — Atlanta
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 21 participants |
| Start Date | 2015-11 |
| Est. Completion | 2018-03-31 |
| Phase | Phase 2 |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT02744534
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT02744534 describes a study currently listed as completed. It is categorized as Phase 2, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 21 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Emory University, which has 1,434 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 1 condition, with Prostatic Neoplasms appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 3 interventions — of which FACBC PET-CT Scan is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT02744534 reports 2 study locations spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include Georgia. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT02744534 about?
NCT02744534 is a clinical study titled "Targeted Fusion Biopsy of the Prostate". The purpose of this study is to see if using Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scan and transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) guided biopsy together (creating a 3-dimensional ultrasound) will detect prostate cancer more accurately than the standard 2-dimensional approach which uses only the TRUS to guide t...
What is the current status of trial NCT02744534?
This trial is currently completed. It is a Phase 2 study. The enrollment target is 21 participants. The study started on 2015-11. Estimated completion is 2018-03-31.
What conditions does trial NCT02744534 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Prostatic Neoplasms. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT02744534?
The interventions under investigation include: FACBC PET-CT Scan (DRUG), Three-dimensional ultrasound-guided biopsy (PROCEDURE), Standard transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) guided biopsy (PROCEDURE). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT02744534?
This trial is sponsored by Emory University, which has 1,434 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT02744534 being conducted?
This trial has 2 study locations across Georgia. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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