Updated May 2026 · ClinicalTrials.gov
Maximal Tumor Eradication for Oligometastatic Prostate Cancer
Apatamide Combined With Maximal Tumor Eradication for Oligometastatic Prostate Cancer, A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial
Maximal Tumor Eradication for Oligometastatic Prostate Cancer (NCT06972511) is a Phase 2 / Phase 3 interventional studying Oligometastatic Prostate Cancer, sponsored by RenJi Hospital. RECRUITING as of the most recent ClinicalTrials.gov update. Talk to your doctor before contacting the trial site.
About This Trial
In China, the incidence of prostate cancer is increasing in recent years, and it has ranked 5th among common male tumors and 1st in urinary tumors. Unlike developed countries in Europe and the United States, in China, because prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening has not been widely popularized, and early prostate cancer is mostly asymptomatic, about 13%-26% of prostate cancer patients have progressed to metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer (mHSPC) at the time of initial diagnosis. Compared with localized prostate cancer, the 5-year survival rate of mHSPC is only 29.3%, which is prone to symptoms such as bone pain, pathological fracture, hematuria, and dysuria and seriously decrease the survival and quality of life. As a result, it is of great significance to carry out more refined management of mHSPC, explore more scientific treatment options, and delay the time to CRPC, which is of great significance for improving the prognosis and quality of life of patients and reducing medical burden. However, there is still no standard treatment strategy for OMPC patients which need more clinical exploration. Treatment of prostate primary in oligometastatic prostate cancer (OMPC) may improve survival and do not significantly increase complications. Radiotherapy showed excellent therapeutic effects on metastatic lesions, prolonged survival and without increasing significant adverse effects. In 2019, The New England Journal of Medicine reported a TITAN study that combining apatamide with ADT for metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer, which significantly reduced the risk of death (82.4% VS 72.5%, P=0.005), and improved progression-free survival (68.2% VS 47.5, P \<0.001) without increasing adverse effects of treatment. In 2020, Johns Hopkins University published a phase I clinical study of radical treatment of 12 cases of OMPC. Patients were treated with neoadjuvant docetaxel chemotherapy or abiraterone, combined with radical prostatectomy for primary lesions, and stereotactic radiation for bone metastases to achieve the purpose of complete tumor eradication. Preliminary results showed that no additional complications were found except neutropenic fever in two cases. At the same time, the proportion of PSA maintained undetectable in 1,2,3 years was 12 / 12 (100%), 10 / 12 (83%) and 8 / 12 (67%), respectively, showing good treatment results. Since 2014, the applicant has rich research experience in the treatment of oligometastatic prostate cancer and our results showed that systemic therapy combined with local tumor reduction therapy can confer a survival benefit for OMPC patients without a significant increase in complications. This clinical trial aimed to analyze the clinical efficacy and safety of maximal tumor eradication strategy for oligometastatic prostate cancer.
What Stage of Research Is This?
Phase 2 trials evaluate whether a treatment actually works against Oligometastatic Prostate Cancer and continue monitoring side effects. Phase 2 enrolls larger groups (typically 100–300 patients) and produces the first real efficacy signal. A successful Phase 2 readout is what unlocks the much larger Phase 3 confirmatory trials needed for FDA approval.
This trial is currently recruiting participants. The sponsor has registered the study with ClinicalTrials.gov as actively enrolling, which means new applicants who meet the eligibility criteria can be considered for screening. Trial status can change between updates — confirm current recruiting status with the study contact before traveling for a screening visit.
Target enrollment of 120 participants puts this in the typical range for a Phase 2-style efficacy study or a moderate Phase 3 trial in a focused Oligometastatic Prostate Cancer subpopulation. At this scale, the study has enough statistical power to detect a clear treatment effect but is not the largest cohort in the field.
Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)
These are translations of the protocol\'s inclusion and exclusion criteria, simplified for patients and caregivers. The original clinical text appears below. Eligibility is ultimately confirmed by the trial site\'s screening process — this summary is a starting point for a conversation with your doctor, not a final determination.
Original Eligibility Criteria
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Treatments Being Tested
neoadjuvant apatamide plus ADT + radical resection of prostate cancer + extended lymph node dissection + radiotherapy of metastases
neoadjuvant apadamide plus ADT: apadamide 240 mg qd po + leuproprolirelin 3.75mg subcutaneous injection once every month. After 4 months of neoadjuvant therapy, radical prostate cancer + extended lymph node dissection, lymph node dissection to the level of bilateral common iliac arteries, and radiotherapy for metastases was completed within 3 months after surgery.Postoperative adjuvant ADT therapy, regular follow-up until progress to hormone-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC) and then change treatment regimen.
Standard ADT treatment
leuproprolirelin 3.75mg subcutaneous injection once every month, regular follow-up until progress to hormone-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC) and then change treatment regimen.
Locations (1)
Trial sites listed on ClinicalTrials.gov for this study. Site activation status can vary — confirm with the specific site before traveling for a screening visit.
How to Talk to Your Doctor About This Trial
Bring the printable summary of this trial — including the NCT ID (NCT06972511), the sponsor (RenJi Hospital), and the key eligibility criteria — to your next appointment. Your doctor can review the inclusion and exclusion criteria against your medical history, lab values, and current treatments to assess whether you are likely to qualify. They can also help you weigh whether trial participation makes sense alongside your existing care plan.
Useful questions to walk through together: What does the trial protocol require beyond standard care? How long is the active treatment phase, and how long is follow-up? Are there study visits at sites I can reach? Who pays for the trial-specific procedures, and who pays for standard-of-care portions? See our 25 questions to ask about clinical trials guide for a more complete checklist.
Authoritative Sources
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NCT06972511 clinical trial studying?
In China, the incidence of prostate cancer is increasing in recent years, and it has ranked 5th among common male tumors and 1st in urinary tumors. Unlike developed countries in Europe and the United States, in China, because prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening has not been widely popularized, and early prostate cancer is mostly asymptomatic, about 13%-26% of prostate cancer patients have progressed to metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer (mHSPC) at the time of initial diagnosis. Compared with localized prostate cancer, the 5-year survival rate of mHSPC is only 29.3%, which is pr… The full protocol is registered on ClinicalTrials.gov and includes the primary outcome measures, eligibility criteria, and study endpoints.
Who can participate in NCT06972511?
Eligibility for this trial depends on the specific inclusion and exclusion criteria set by the sponsor. The plain-English summary above translates the most important criteria into accessible language; the official clinical text is preserved in the collapsible section underneath. Whether you fit any specific trial is a medical decision your doctor needs to confirm — bring the trial information to your treating physician for a full review against your medical history.
How do I contact the trial site for NCT06972511?
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Is participating in a clinical trial safe?
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