Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Investigating lifestyle and psychosocial factors in melanoma patients

Official title: Quality of Life, Lifestyle, and Psychosocial Factors in Patients With Melanoma

Run by M.D. Anderson Cancer Center · NCT04778449 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how things like mental health, social support, diet, and exercise affect the quality of life and treatment results for people with melanoma.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment5000 (estimated)
SponsorM.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Houston, Texas)
StatusRecruiting
StartedAugust 26, 2015
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2026
Study endsDecember 31, 2026
Registry record updatedMay 5, 2026
Trial IDNCT04778449 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include patients diagnosed with melanoma who can read and understand English and are willing to complete surveys.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not have a diagnosis of melanoma or are unable to participate in the survey may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to explore how lifestyle factors such as mental health, social support, diet, and exercise relate to the quality of life and clinical outcomes in patients with melanoma. Participants will complete questionnaires regarding their mental health and lifestyle behaviors at various points during their treatment journey. The study also seeks to correlate these psychosocial factors with clinical outcomes and biomarkers in melanoma patients. The findings may inform future clinical trials focused on lifestyle interventions to enhance patient outcomes.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved quality of life and treatment outcomes for melanoma patients through tailored lifestyle interventions.

How similar studies have gone: While the specific approach of this study is novel, previous studies have indicated that lifestyle factors can significantly impact cancer patient outcomes.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosis of melanoma, precursor lesions, and associated cutaneous pathology
* Able to read and understand English
* Willing to complete an online or paper survey

Where it's running

  • M D Anderson Cancer Center
    Houston, Texas, United States
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Carrie Daniel-MacDougall — M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
  • Study coordinator: Carrie Daniel-MacDougall
  • Email: cdaniel@mdanderson.org
  • Phone: 713-563-5783

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.