Prospective Evaluation of PSMA PET Imaging in Surveillance Post-Focal Therapy for Prostate Cancer (PSMA-FT Surveillance Study)
Summary
This study is about adding PSMA PET (Prostate Specific Membrane Antigen- Positron Emission Tomography) to routine magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans to help detect prostate cancer recurrence in men who have undergone focal therapy for prostate cancer. PSMA PET and multiparametric (mpMRI are both imaging tests that help detect prostate cancer in the body. A PSMA PET scan, or prostate-specific membrane antigen positron emission tomography scan, is an imaging test that scans and takes pictures of the prostate. PSMA scans use a specialized radioactive imaging dye that sticks to the proteins that are typically found in prostate cancer cells. This imaging dye helps locate areas of prostate cancer anywhere in the body, both inside and outside prostate. An mpMRI, or a multiparametric (mp) MRI scan, is also an imaging test that scans and takes detailed pictures of the prostate. Unlike regular MRIs, an mpMRI produces a more detailed image of the prostate. Similar to PET scans, mpMRI scans also use an imaging dye that helps the pictures of the prostate appear clearer on scans. This study will be funded by Blue Earth Diagnostics, a molecular imaging company based in England.
Detailed description
People who agree to join the study will be asked to attend study visits for about 12 months after focal therapy. Focal therapy will not be given as part of research in this study. Study participants will receive focal therapy, a follow up MRI and prostate biopsy as part of regular clinical care for their cancer. This research study will add an additional PSMA PET to follow up after focal therapy. Study participants will also be asked to: * Give blood, urine and tissue samples for research purposes. The decision to give tissue samples is optional and not required for participation in study. * Fill out quality of life questionnaires.
Arms & interventions
- RadiationPSMA PET/CT scan
A PSMA PET scan, or prostate-specific membrane antigen positron emission tomography scan, is an imaging test that scans and takes pictures of the prostate. PSMA scans use a specialized radioactive imaging dye that sticks to the proteins that are typically found in prostate cancer cells. This imaging dye helps locate areas of prostate cancer anywhere in the body, both inside and outside prostate.
Outcome measures
Primary
Determine if adding PSMA-PET scan to MRI will improve cancer detection
Number of identified cancer recurrences identified by PSMA-PET as compared to prostate biopsy
Time frame: 1 year
Secondary
Value of baseline PSMA-PET in combination with MRI imaging for selecting patients for partial gland ablation.
Time frame: End of study (about 5 years)
Value of PSMA-PET in combination with PSA for diagnosing Clinically significant cancer recurrence/residual disease after partial gland ablation
Time frame: 6-12 Months after focal therapy
Eligibility criteria
Study locations (1)
University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center
Chicago, Illinois, 60637