NCT03620786 · University of California, Los Angeles
HIFU for Focal Ablation of Prostate Tissue: An Observational Study
What this study is about
The Sonablate HIFU device was approved by the U.S.FDA for prostate tissue ablation in October, 2015. The purpose of this observational research study is to investigate the localized treatment of prostate cancer using HIFU through clinical data and health-related quality of life (HRQOL) questionnaires.
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The Sonablate HIFU device was approved by the U.S.FDA for prostate tissue ablation in October, 2015. The purpose of this observational research study is to investigate the localized treatment of prostate cancer using HIFU through clinical data and health-related quality of life (HRQOL) questionnaires.
Interventions
DEVICE
Sonablate HIFU device
In this study, we will be using the Sonablate 450 HIFU System. The Sonablate HIFU device was approved by the U.S. FDA for prostate tissue ablation in October, 2015. HIFU is an example of focal therapy, where the intervention involves targeting diseased areas of prostate tissue, while preserving healthy prostate tissue and minimizing damage to surrounding structures.
Primary outcome measures
Oncological Response
Time frame: 6 months
The following definitions will be used for evaluation of oncological response: 1. Complete response: Ablation of prostate tissue in targeted biopsy cores at 6 months and 18 months post-procedure biopsy and resolution of initial mp-MRI abnormality. 2. Incomplete radiographic response: Residual mp-MRI abnormality at 6 months compared to baseline 3. Local failure: Failure to ablate prostate tissue
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- Age 40 years to 85 years
- Subject has elected or already undergone HIFU therapy as their standard of care treatment methodand declined alternative treatment (active surveillance, radical prostatectomy, radiation therapy, cryosurgery and hormone therapy)
- Prostate volume of ≤ 70 cc
- Ability to complete informed consent form
Exclusion criteria
- Prior treatment for prostate cancer (with the exception of androgen deprivation therapy)
- Medical contraindication to follow-up mpMRI or prostate biopsy
- Unable to tolerate general or regional anesthesia
- Positive bone scan (only if bone scan has been done or clinically indicated. Bone scan does not need to be performed for study eligibility determination.)
Where
- Los Angeles, California
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Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced Apr 16, 2026 · Source of record for eligibility and locations