Thursday, 6 September 2012

New trial alert: Dutasteride and dietary interventions to prevent prostate cancer and reduce its progression

Lead by Dr. Vincent Fradel of Laval University and sponsored by the Fonds de la Recherche en Sante du Quebec, as well as the Prostate Cancer Canada Network, a trial, currently in the recruiting stage, is aiming to determine "whether marine omega-3 fatty acids and 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor are effective in the progression of prostate cancer for low-risk prostate cancer patients. Set at a duration of one year for each participant, the study emphasizes that along with pharamcological treatments, a healthy and balanced diet is also essential, particularly in reducing the intake of saturated and trans fatty acids.

To read more about this trial, click here.

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