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New surgery aims to stop arm swelling after melanoma treatment

NCT ID NCT06887205

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study tests whether a surgical procedure called lymphovenous bypass (LVB) can prevent lymphedema (chronic swelling) when done at the same time as lymph node removal in melanoma patients. About 20 adults with melanoma who need axillary or inguinal lymph node dissection will take part. The main goal is to check safety and see if immediate LVB reduces the risk of lymphedema compared to standard care.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
lymphovenous bypass (LVB) procedure
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a way to prevent lymphedema in melanoma patients who need lymph node removal.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The procedure also carries surgical risks like any operation.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

melanoma lymphedema prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

LYMPHADENECTOMY LYMPHATIC RECONSTRUCTION

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • MD Anderson Cancer Center

    RECRUITING

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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