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Lu-177-PSMA-617 before Radical Prostatectomy for the Treatment of High Risk Localized Prostate Cancer

Trial Status: active

This phase II trial tests how well Lu-177-PSMA-617 followed by surgery to remove the entire prostate (radical prostatectomy) works for treating patients with high risk prostate cancer that has not spread to other parts of the body (localized). Lu-177-PSMA-617 is a radioactive drug. It binds to a protein called prostate specific membrane antigen (PSMA), which is found on some prostate tumor cells. Lutetium Lu 177-PSMA builds up in these cells and gives off radiation that may kill them. It is a type of radioconjugate. Giving Lu-177-PSMA-617 followed by radical prostatectomy may be effective in treating patients with high risk localized prostate cancer.