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Prostate Cancer Clinical Trial in Durham, NC

Access cutting-edge prostate cancer treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Durham. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Stephen Freedland

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All study-related prostate cancer treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Durham

    Convenient for NC residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Durham site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Prostate Cancer Study in Durham

This is a randomized control trial testing the effect of walnut supplementation on prostate cancer progression in 50 men with biopsy confirmed prostate cancer and planning to undergo RP. Patients consented to the study will be randomly assigned to either continue their usual diets (control arm) or to the walnut arm for 4-10 weeks depending on the window between their consent date and the date for RP.

Sponsor: Stephen Freedland

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Pathologically confirmed prostate adenocarcinoma.
Diagnostic biopsy cores with ≥10 cores with each core examined separately to determine exact tumor location.
Biopsy grade group 2 or higher (Gleason ≥7).
Planning to undergo RP.
Willing to adhere to a usual diet with the possible addition of 2 oz of walnuts per day.
Reads, writes, and understands English.
Age 18 or older

Exclusion Criteria

Allergy to nuts.
History of receiving hormone therapy or antiandrogen therapy.
Use of 5-alpha reductase inhibitors in the past 6 months.
Prior prostate radiotherapy (external beam or brachytherapy) or prior prostate cryotherapy.
Currently enrolled in a modified diet/weight loss program and/or taking dietary supplements that contain omega-3s (e.g., fish oil).
Other active malignancy, excluding basal cell carcinoma or squamous cell carcinoma
Significant co-morbidities (e.g., cardiac, pulmonary, liver disease, alcohol/drug addiction, malabsorption syndr

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Durham?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT03824652) has an active research site in Durham, NC that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Prostate Cancer Treatment Options in Durham, NC

If you're searching for prostate cancer treatment options in Durham, NC, this clinical trial (NCT03824652) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Durham research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced prostate cancer specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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