Protocol No: ECCT/24/06/05 Date of Protocol: 20-06-2024

Study Title:

Efficacy and Safety of Novel Immunotherapy in Treating Advanced Melanoma: A Randomized Controlled Tria

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Study Objectives:
  1. Primary Objective:

    • To compare the overall survival (OS) of patients with advanced melanoma treated with nivolumab versus standard-of-care chemotherapy.
  2. Secondary Objective:

    • To assess the progression-free survival (PFS) in patients receiving nivolumab compared to those receiving standard chemotherapy.
    • To evaluate the safety profile and incidence of adverse events associated with nivolumab treatment.
    • To explore biomarkers that may predict response to nivolumab therapy in advanced melanoma patients.

 

Laymans Summary:

This study tests a new treatment for advanced skin cancer (melanoma). Researchers are checking if this new therapy is both effective and safe. They are comparing it to other treatments by giving it to some patients and not others, then seeing how well it works and if there are any side effects.

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Abstract of Study:

 This randomized controlled trial investigates the efficacy and safety of a novel immunotherapy in patients with advanced melanoma. A total of 300 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the new immunotherapy or a standard treatment. The primary outcome measures include overall survival rate, progression-free survival, and incidence of adverse events over a 24-month period. Secondary outcomes will assess quality of life and biomarker responses. Preliminary data suggests that the new therapy may improve survival rates with manageable side effects. This study aims to provide robust evidence on the potential benefits and risks of this innovative treatment, potentially offering a new standard of care for advanced melanoma patients.

 

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