Familial Prostate Cancer
Launched by NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE (NCI) · Dec 9, 2002
Trial Information
Current as of July 12, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
The purpose of this study is to identify affected individuals in families with prostate cancer and to use this information to identify genetic markers closely-linked to the disease gene.
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- • Families will be identified with two or more first degree relatives affected with prostate cancer or with one male with prostate cancer that developed before age 55.
- • Must have clinical evidence of prostate cancer in the family.
About National Cancer Institute (Nci)
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is a prominent component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), dedicated to advancing cancer research and improving patient outcomes through innovative clinical trials. As a leading sponsor of cancer-related studies, NCI focuses on facilitating the development of new therapies, enhancing prevention strategies, and understanding the biology of cancer. The institute collaborates with academic institutions, healthcare providers, and industry partners to conduct rigorous clinical trials that aim to translate scientific discoveries into effective treatments. NCI’s commitment to fostering a robust research environment supports the mission to eliminate cancer as a major health problem.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Bethesda, Maryland, United States
Patients applied
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
Similar Trials