On May 13, 2026 AngioDynamics, Inc. (NASDAQ: ANGO), a medical technology company focused on restoring healthy blood flow in the body’s vascular system, expanding cancer treatment options and improving patient quality of life, reported two-year results from the PRESERVE pivotal trial (NCT04972097) demonstrating durable oncologic control and a sustained safety profile for the NanoKnife System in the focal ablation of intermediate-risk prostate cancer. The data will be discussed by Izak Faiena, M.D., of Columbia University at the 2026 American Urological Association (AUA) Annual Meeting on Sunday, May 17 in Washington, D.C.
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The PRESERVE trial is a prospective, single-arm pivotal IDE study evaluating focal irreversible electroporation (IRE) using the NanoKnife System in 121 patients with Gleason Grade Group 2–3 intermediate-risk prostate cancer, conducted across 17 U.S. clinical centers in collaboration with the Society of Urologic Oncology Clinical Trials Consortium (SUO-CTC). Primary 12-month results, published in European Urology in July 2025, demonstrated an 80% freedom-from-treatment-failure rate among protocol-biopsied patients.1
At 24 months, the updated findings confirm durability of outcomes:
94.4% of analysis-eligible patients (68 of 72) completed the 24-month assessment, reflecting strong cohort retention
No new treatment failures were identified among patients with available follow-up at 24 months
One patient (1.5%) underwent a clinically indicated biopsy, which was negative for any cancer
97% of patients (66 of 68) had a PSA at 24 months below their baseline value
No new device- or procedure-related adverse events were reported between the 12- and 24-month assessments
The 24-month PRESERVE data complement an international long-term evidence base for focal IRE, including median five-year outcomes from a 2023 international multi-institutional cohort demonstrating sustained oncologic control and preservation of functional outcomes.2
PRESERVE Trial — 24-Month Results Summary
Focal IRE Ablation Using the NanoKnife System for Intermediate-Risk Prostate Cancer
Study Design
Parameter
Detail
Trial Name
PRESERVE (NCT04972097)
Study Type
Prospective, single-arm, pivotal IDE study
Technology
NanoKnife System — Focal Irreversible Electroporation (IRE)
Population
Gleason Grade Group 2–3 (Gleason 3+4 or 4+3), clinical stage ≤T2c intermediate-risk prostate cancer
Sites
17 U.S. clinical centers
Partner
Society of Urologic Oncology Clinical Trials Consortium (SUO-CTC)
Sponsor
AngioDynamics, Inc.
Key 24-Month Results
Endpoint
Result
Total Enrolled
121 patients
24-Month Analysis-Eligible
72 patients
24-Month Completers
68 of 72 (94.4%)
New Treatment Failures (12–24 mo)
0
Clinically Triggered Biopsies
1 (negative for any cancer)
PSA Below Baseline at 24 Months
66 of 68 (97%)
New Device/Procedure-Related AEs (12–24 mo)
0
12-Month Primary Endpoint (Reference)
Endpoint
Result
Freedom from Treatment Failure
80% among protocol-biopsied patients
Publication
European Urology, July 2025 (George et al.)
"Two years of prospective pivotal data in the United States, combined with more than five years of international follow-up evidence, paints a coherent and compelling picture of sustained efficacy," said Juan Carlos Serna, AngioDynamics Senior Vice President of Scientific and Clinical Affairs. "These results reinforce that the NanoKnife System is a clinically meaningful focal therapy option that physicians across care settings are actively incorporating into practice."
With a growing body of prospective U.S. pivotal data and long-term international evidence supporting the safety and efficacy of focal IRE, the NanoKnife System continues to gain traction as a meaningful treatment option for men with intermediate-risk prostate cancer who seek durable oncologic control while preserving quality of life. AngioDynamics is advancing the NanoKnife IRE System evidence base and the reimbursement infrastructure needed to bring this option to more patients and physicians across care settings.
(Press release, AngioDynamics, MAY 13, 2026, View Source [SID1234665652])