Feasibility Study of a Novel Diet-Based Intervention for Prostate Cancer
Abstract
Our goal is to develop a practical, diet-based intervention for prostate cancer. We have implemented a randomized clinical trial of a novel dietary intervention that utilizes a central, telephone-based counseling program to promote vegetable intake among prostate cancer patients who are being treated with active surveillance. As part of this trial, we are testing whether a gene fusion biomarker will predict disease progression in this patient population. During the third year of the funding period, I accomplished seven major tasks. First, I oversaw the opening of the study and the randomization of 28 patients. Second, I obtained IRB approval at the San Diego VA Hospital. Third, I responded to administrative review of the DoD human subjects protection documents. Fourth, I continued my participation in the Cancer and Leukemia Group B cooperative study group. Fifth, I guided the implementation of the study protocol through regular contact with CALGB personnel and collaborators at participating sites. Sixth, I obtained endorsement of the study from the leadership of the Southwest Oncology Group. Finally, I presented an abstract to the 2011 Innovative Minds in Prostate Cancer Today conference.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 2011
- Accession Number
- ADA554193
Entities
People
- J. K. Parsons
Organizations
- University of California, San Diego