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.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 5000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Houston, Texas) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | August 26, 2015 |
| Main results expected | December 31, 2026 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | May 5, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT04778449 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
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
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
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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
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.