Ability of a New Design of Iodine 125 Seed to Maintain Intended Position When Implanted in the Prostate

Category Primary study
Registry of Trialsclinicaltrials.gov
Year 2010
This study compares the ability of a new design of brachytherapy seed for prostate seed implants for treatment of prostate cancer to maintain their intended position in the prostate after being deposited. Standard seeds, especially in apical locations, have a tendency to migrate distally in response to muscular forces. AnchorSeeds have a textured coating which is designed to prevent migration. 40 patients who are eligible and suitable for prostate brachytherapy will be randomly assigned to receive either standard seeds or AnchorSeeds.
Epistemonikos ID: 1498153fbb82353cdd90653760947bf2ee4fc942
First added on: May 05, 2024