UPCC 09618: Neoadjuvant PD-1 Blockade in Patients with Stage IIB/C Melanoma

Brief description of study

The main purpose of this study is to determine the rate of positive sentinel lymph nodes (i.e. the closest draining lymph node(s) to the primary melanoma site) and to test whether treatment with pembrolizumab before surgery to remove melanoma reduces the rate of positive sentinel lymph nodes in patients with stage IIB/C melanoma.

Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions:
    melanoma
  • Age: - 99 Years
  • Gender: All
Updated on 09 Mar 2024. Study ID: 832023
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