MR-Guided Laser Ablation of Prostate Bed Recurrences

Technical Success, Safety, and Short-term Efficacy for MR-Guided Laser Ablation of Prostate Bed Recurrences

The purpose of this study is to see if MR-guided laser ablation can effectively treat prostate tumor recurrences.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients with "biopsy proven" soft tissue tumor recurrences of prostate fossa referred to Urology and/or Interventional Radiology for treatment.
• Surgery is not a desirable alternative therapy at the time of enrollment
• Radiation therapy has failed or not indicated or can be safely postponed
• Tumor size ≤ 5 cm at its largest diameter
• Tumor does not encompass the rectal wall or external urethral sphincter
• Performance status is ECOG 2 or better in adults
• Patient is able to undergo MRI

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients with pacemaker or defibrillator