Immuno-monitoring
Conditions
Brief summary
This pilot clinical trial aims at evaluating immuno-modulating effects of palliative treatment with specifically dosed standard chemotherapeutics in patients with metastatic melanoma (AJCC stage IV) by assessing myeloid-derived suppressor cells' (MDSCs) count and activity.
Interventions
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* histologically defined metastatic melanoma patients (AJCC stage IV) * aged 18 to 80 years * at least one prior systemic anti-melanoma therapy; if BRAFV600 positive, at least one prior BRAFi therapy
Exclusion criteria
* therapy-naive patients * any contra-indications for (specific) systemic chemotherapy
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Immuno-monitoring | Immediate |
Countries
Germany