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Pediatric Cancer Clinical Trial in Sioux Falls, SD

Access cutting-edge pediatric cancer treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Sioux Falls. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC

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All study-related pediatric cancer treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Sioux Falls

    Convenient for SD residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Sioux Falls site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Pediatric Cancer Study in Sioux Falls

Researchers are looking for new ways to treat children with different types of melanoma (skin cancer), solid tumors, and lymphomas (blood cancers) that are any of these: * Advanced, which means cancer spread in the body or cannot be removed with surgery * Relapsed, which means cancer has come back after it had responded to previous treatment (responded means it stopped growing, gets smaller, or disappeared) * Refractory, which means cancer did not respond to previous treatment Pembrolizumab is

Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Between 6 months and \<18 years of age on day of signing informed consent is documented.
Histologically- or cytologically-documented, locally-advanced, or metastatic solid malignancy or lymphoma that is incurable and has failed prior standard therapy, or for which no standard therapy exists, or for which no standard therapy is considered appropriate
Any number of prior treatment regimens
Tissue (or lymph node biopsy for rrcHL participants) available from an archival tissue sample or, if appropriate, a newly obtained core or excisional biopsy of a tumor lesion not previously irradiated
Advanced melanoma or PD-L1-positive advanced, relapsed, or refractory solid tumor or lymphoma
Measurable disease based on RECIST 1.1 (Or based on IWG \[Cheson, 2007\] \[i.e., measurement must be \>15 mm in longest diameter or \>10 mm in short axis\] for rrcHL participants)
Participants with neuroblastoma with only metaiodobenzylguanidine (MIBG)-positive evaluable disease

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Sioux Falls?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT02332668) has an active research site in Sioux Falls, SD that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Pediatric Cancer Treatment Options in Sioux Falls, SD

If you're searching for pediatric cancer treatment options in Sioux Falls, SD, this clinical trial (NCT02332668) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Sioux Falls research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced pediatric cancer specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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