Houston, TXNCT06548789Now EnrollingIRB Ready

Melanoma Clinical Trial in Houston, TX

Access cutting-edge melanoma treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Houston. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Houston

    Convenient for TX 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 Houston site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Melanoma Study in Houston

To Determine the feasibility, compliance and adherence to PreFED intervention in resectable melanoma patients initiating neoadjuvant Ipi/Nivo.

Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Age ≥ 18 years old.
Body mass index (BMI) 18.5-45 kg/m2
Able to self-complete study assessments monitoring diet and gastrointestinal symptom burden
ECOG performance status of 0 or 1
Histologically confirmed resectable stage IIIB-D or oligometastatic Stage IV cutaneous melanoma or locally invasive/advanced mucosal melanoma as determined by multidisciplinary review
Planned initiation of standard-of-care neoadjuvant ipilimumab +/- nivolumab or nivolumab +/- relatlimab
Measurable disease per RECIST 1.1
WOCP must have negative UPT within 1 week of beginning dietary intervention.
Self-reported willingness to eat the provided foods (with some tailoring to their food preferences)
Self-reported willingness to comply with scheduled visits, undergo venipuncture, provide stool samples.
Archival tissue specimen or planned to undergo tumor biopsy as part of standard of care treatment.

Exclusion Criteria

Uveal melanoma
History of inflammatory bowel disease, total colectomy, or bariatric surgery
Currently taking steroids \> prednisone 10 mg/day or equivalent
Medical contraindications to the intervention diet as determined by the treating physician
Self-reported major dietary restrictions, including but not limited to relevant food allergies, celiac disease, or diets such as vegan, ketogenic, extended fasting
Insulin-dependent diabetes or conditions requiring bile-acid sequestrants
Unable or unwilling to undergo study procedures
Intravenous (IV) antibiotic \>1 dose in the past month or 1 dose IV/oral antibiotic use in past 2 weeks
Regularly taking supplements containing prebiotics, fiber and/or probiotics, and unable/unwilling to discontinue for the purpose of the study
Current smoker or heavy drinker (defined as \>14 drinks per week) or current illicit drug use
Currently pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or lactating
Concurrent malignancy requiring systemic therapy other than hormonal therapy
Cognitively impaired adults

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 Houston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06548789) has an active research site in Houston, TX 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.

Melanoma Treatment Options in Houston, TX

If you're searching for melanoma treatment options in Houston, TX, this clinical trial (NCT06548789) 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 Houston research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced melanoma 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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