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Penile Cancer Research

Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University is leading the way in penile cancer research. Find out how you can benefit from our clinical trials program.

Researching Penile Cancer Developing Novel Therapies at Winship

Cancer survival rates have improved over the past several decades, and they’re poised to continue increasing, thanks to research being done at leading cancer centers like Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University.

We’re honored to be one of a select number of National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the country developing and collaborating on lifesaving cancer, and more specifically penile cancer research, initiatives.

Types of Penile Cancer Research

Advancements in penile cancer research have led to the development of novel treatments and the establishment of new treatment protocols. As a matter of fact, Winship is currently one of only a handful of cancer centers in the U.S. participating in InPACT (International Penile Advanced Cancer Trial). Winship physicians are helping to lead the study, which is looking at therapy sequencing for patients who have penile cancer that has spread to the lymph nodes. This kind of research helps establish treatment protocols by determining the most effective order of therapies. In other words, figuring out if chemotherapy is best used before surgery or after and when radiation should be performed.

Of course, the development of new treatments and treatment sequencing is only part of the penile cancer research story. Winship genitourinary cancer researchers are leading the way and changing how the world prevents, detects, diagnoses, treats and survives cancer. We pioneer discoveries in the lab that are translated into the latest, most effective treatments in the clinic. Our bench-to-bedside research enables us to discover, develop and deliver game-changing procedures, technologies, diagnostics and treatments and, as a result, Winship is advancing cancer research in every area, including prevention, diagnosis, treatment, side effect reduction, recurrence and more.

Penile Cancer Clinical Trials

In addition to standard therapy, some Winship patients with penile cancer are eligible to participate in a clinical trial. Clinical trials are controlled studies that test new interventions on a disease, such as penile cancer. If your cancer does not respond to traditional treatment, we can offer you access to novel treatments which you won’t find at other centers.

Participating in Penile Cancer Research

Clinical trials are the third step of a five-step process for testing new therapies as outlined by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). By the time a therapy comes to clinical trial, it has been tested in a laboratory setting and has passed preclinical safety standards.

Most clinical trials are supplemental, meaning you’ll still receive the standard therapy in addition to any treatment being studied.

Support for Clinical Trial Participation

Winship conducts penile cancer research at the following locations:

We welcome trial participants from all over Georgia and beyond. Talk with your doctor about whether you are eligible to participate in a clinical trial. Our supportive oncology team can assist you with services, such as finding affordable accommodations near Winship for the duration of your clinical trial.