A Study of the Use of Platelet Rich Plasma During Radical Prostate Removal Surgery

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to determine the effectiveness and safety of applying platelet rich plasma to nerve bundles of patients who are undergoing radical prostate removal surgery to help the nerve bundles heal.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria

  • Newly diagnosed, clinically localized prostatic adenocarcinoma
  • Age 50 - 60 years
  • Male gender
  • Normal preoperative sexual function
  • Normal urinary continence
  • Regular sexual partner

Exclusion Criteria

  • Unable or unwilling to provide informed consent
  • Vulnerable study population
  • Active systemic infection
  • Diabetes mellitus diagnosis
  • Preexisting Erectile Dysfunction or urinary incontinence
  • Metastatic or locally advanced prostatic adenocarcinoma on preoperative evaluation
  • Men found grossly or pathologically to have locally advanced or metastatic disease at the time of radical prostatectomy
  • An estimated blood loss of > 750 mL at the time of radical prostatectomy
  • Treatment prior to surgery with any form of hormones, anti-androgens or androgen deprivation therapy
  • Use of an antidepressant, beta blocker or erectile dysfunction medication at the time of study screening
  • Men without a regular sexual partner
  • Use of aspirin or heparin 2 weeks before radical prostatectomy
  • Need for use of aspirin or heparin for 2 weeks or more after radical prostatectomy

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status Contact

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Matthew Gettman, M.D.

Closed for enrollment

Contact information:

Cancer Center Clinical Trials Referral Office

855-776-0015

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