Prostate Cancer
Conditions
Keywords
prostate cancer
Brief summary
The primary objective of this study is to collect material for study's to assess mechanisms of tumor progression, mechanisms of resistance, isolation of stem cells and biologic markers in tissue, serum and peripheral blood mononuclear cells.
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
DISEASE CHARACTERISTICS: * Undergoing routine prostatectomy or transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) PATIENT CHARACTERISTICS: 5.1.1 Patient is undergoing routine prostatectomy or TURP. 5.1.2 Patient is ≥ 18 years old. 5.1.3 Patient must give informed consent. PRIOR CONCURRENT THERAPY: * See Disease Characteristics
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Collection and freezing of tumor samples | 5 years |
Countries
United States