Melanoma Institute Australia
Clinical trials sponsored by Melanoma Institute Australia, explained in plain language.
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Pill before surgery aims to shrink skin cancer, reduce facial scarring
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new approach for people with basal cell carcinoma (a common skin cancer) in sensitive areas like the face. Patients took a daily pill called sonidegib for 12 weeks before surgery. The goal was to shrink the tumor so the surgery would be smaller, cause less sca…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Melanoma Institute Australia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:19 UTC
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Genetic blueprint guides next treatment for tough melanoma cases
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a personalized approach for patients with advanced melanoma that had not responded to standard immunotherapy. Researchers analyzed the genetic makeup of each patient's tumor to find specific mutations. Patients were then given a targeted drug designed to attack …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Melanoma Institute Australia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 09, 2026 14:25 UTC