Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational

Review of patients who had nail reconstruction after melanoma surgery

Official title: Review of the Literature and Retrospective, Single-centre Study of a Series of Patients Who Underwent Reconstruction After Complete Nail Resection.

Run by Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice · NCT06861023 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how well different nail reconstruction methods work for patients who had melanoma surgery instead of having their nails amputated.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
SexAll
Enrollment10 (estimated)
SponsorCentre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Nice, Alpes Maritimes)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 15, 2025
Main results expectedFebruary 28, 2025
Study endsMarch 25, 2025
Registry record updatedMarch 6, 2025
Trial IDNCT06861023 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are patients who have undergone enlarged resection of the nail apparatus due to acral melanoma of the fingers or toes.

Probably not a fit

Patients who have undergone amputation or those who oppose participation in the study will not benefit.

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

What this trial studies

This study reviews patients who underwent reconstruction of the nail apparatus following wide local excision due to melanoma. It focuses on cases where the standard treatment of amputation was replaced with enlarged excision of the nail plate, allowing for various reconstruction techniques. The investigators present a series of patients treated with INTEGRA (dermal matrix) and skin grafts to assess outcomes and effectiveness. The observational nature of the study allows for a comprehensive analysis of patient experiences and results.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into effective reconstruction techniques that preserve finger or toe function and appearance after melanoma treatment.

How similar studies have gone: While this approach is less common, similar studies have shown promising outcomes in reconstructive techniques for melanoma, suggesting potential for success.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients who have undergone enlarged resection of the nail apparatus with immediate or delayed reconstruction in the setting of acral melanoma of the fingers or toes.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients who have amputation, opposition of the pateint to the study.

Where it's running

  • Chu Nice
    Nice, Alpes Maritimes, France
    Recruiting

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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.
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