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Prostate Cancer Clinical Trial in Fort Smith, AR

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

Sponsored by ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Fort Smith

    Convenient for AR 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 Fort Smith site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Prostate Cancer Study in Fort Smith

This phase III trial tests two questions by two separate comparisons of therapies. The first question is whether enhanced therapy (apalutamide in combination with abiraterone + prednisone) added to standard of care (prostate radiation therapy and short term androgen deprivation) is more effective compared to standard of care alone in patients with prostate cancer who experience biochemical recurrence (a rise in the blood level of prostate specific antigen \[PSA\] after surgical removal of the pr

Sponsor: ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

STEP 0: REGISTRATION ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Patient must be male and \>= 18 years of age.
Patient must have had a radical prostatectomy (RP) as definitive therapy for histopathologically-proven prostatic adenocarcinoma
Patient must have biochemical recurrence (BCR) after RP, defined as follows:
If time to BCR, defined as time to first detectable PSA ( \> lower limit of normal for assay used) after RP, is \< 12 months, a minimum PSA level of \>= 0.2 ng/mL and a confirmatory reading of \>= 0.2 ng/mL is required, per the American Urological Association (AUA) definition (Note: patients with a persistent PSA reading of at least 0.2 ng/mL are eligible)
If time to BCR, defined as time to first detectable PSA (\> lower limit of normal for assay used) after RP, is \>= 12 months, a minimum absolute PSA of 0.5 ng/mL is required
If the patient has a detectable PSA (\> lower limit of normal for assay used) at any time after RP AND has an eligible baseline SOC

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 Fort Smith?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT04423211) has an active research site in Fort Smith, AR 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 Fort Smith, AR

If you're searching for prostate cancer treatment options in Fort Smith, AR, this clinical trial (NCT04423211) 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 Fort Smith 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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