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Focal Ablation With Focal Cryotherapy or HIFU for the Treatment of Men With Localized Prostate Cancer
NCT06178354 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of focal ablation with either focal cryotherapy or high intensity frequency ultrasound for the treatment of men with localized prostate cancer. Focal cryotherapy kills tumor cells by freezing them. High intensity frequency ultrasound uses highly focused ultrasound waves to produce heat and destroy tumor cells.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- OTHER Survey Administration
- PROCEDURE Cryosurgery
- PROCEDURE High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound Ablation
Study Locations (1)
California
- University of California Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center — Sacramento
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 100 participants |
| Start Date | 2023-11-09 |
| Est. Completion | 2029-06 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT06178354
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT06178354 describes a study currently listed as recruiting. It is categorized as NA, 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 100 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Marc Dall'Era, MD, which has 29 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 5 conditions, with Stage II Prostate Cancer AJCC v8 appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 3 interventions — of which Survey Administration 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: NCT06178354 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include California. 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 NCT06178354 about?
NCT06178354 is a clinical study titled "Focal Ablation With Focal Cryotherapy or HIFU for the Treatment of Men With Localized Prostate Cancer". This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of focal ablation with either focal cryotherapy or high intensity frequency ultrasound for the treatment of men with localized prostate cancer. Focal cryotherapy kills tumor cells by freezing them. High intensity frequency ultrasound uses highly focuse...
What is the current status of trial NCT06178354?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 100 participants. The study started on 2023-11-09. Estimated completion is 2029-06.
What conditions does trial NCT06178354 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Stage II Prostate Cancer AJCC v8, Stage I Prostate Cancer AJCC v8, Localized Prostate Carcinoma, Stage IIIA Prostate Cancer AJCC v8, Stage IIIB Prostate Cancer AJCC v8. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT06178354?
The interventions under investigation include: Survey Administration (OTHER), Cryosurgery (PROCEDURE), High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound Ablation (PROCEDURE). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT06178354?
This trial is sponsored by Marc Dall'Era, MD, which has 29 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT06178354 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across California. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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