Analyzing immune profiles in melanoma patients undergoing immunotherapy

Immune Profiles Evolution in Patients Treated by Immunotherapy for Melanoma

NA · Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris · NCT04576429

This study is testing how immune system changes in melanoma patients receiving immunotherapy might relate to their chances of staying cancer-free or having their cancer come back.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment360 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorAssistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris (other)
Drugs / interventionspembrolizumab, nivolumab
Locations1 site (Boulogne-Billancourt)
Trial IDNCT04576429 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to compare immune profiles, specifically circulating cytokines and lymphocytes, in melanoma patients before and after receiving immune checkpoint inhibitors. Patients are divided into cohorts based on whether they are receiving treatment in the adjuvant or metastatic setting. The study will evaluate these immune profiles at baseline and during treatment to assess their association with relapse- or progression-free survival. The maximum duration of treatment is 12 months, with evaluations occurring at various points throughout the treatment process.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older with stage III or IV melanoma who are receiving immune checkpoint inhibitors as part of their treatment.

Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or receiving immunosuppressive therapy may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the understanding of immune responses to immunotherapy in melanoma, potentially leading to improved treatment strategies.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in analyzing immune profiles in cancer treatments, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient aged ≥ 18 years;
* Totally resected stage III or IV melanoma totally resected, treated with a immune therapy (pembrolizumab or nivolumab ou other immune checkpoint inhibitors) as adjuvant treatment;
* Unresectable stage IIIC/D or IV metastatic melanoma, treated with immune therapy (pembrolizumab or nivolumab or immune checkpoint inhibitors) which should be associated by a radiotherapy ;
* Patient has been informed about the study and signed the consent;
* Affiliated to the French social security scheme.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Pregnant or breastfeeding woman;
* Patient refusal;
* Patient receiving a immunosuppressor;
* Undergo a general corticotherapy of \> 10 mg/kg/day since more than 7 days;
* Patient who participate to another blind interventional study receiving blinded treatment;
* Patient without any social protection by organization.

Where this trial is running

Boulogne-Billancourt

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Melanoma, melanoma, immunotherapy, immune profiles

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.