Melanoma Treatment: Short vs. Long Immunotherapy

We are studying whether 6 months of immunotherapy after surgery is as effective as 12 months for patients with high-risk malignant melanoma. This could help determine the best treatment duration for better outcomes.

What diseases are being studied?

Health conditions and diseases that the clinical trial is designed to study and treat.

Who can participate in the clinical trial?

These questions help us understand your situation so we can let the trial team know whether you might be a potential match. This is not a medical evaluation and is not part of the official screening, the study doctor will make the final decision..

What medicines are being studied?

Medicines that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These medicines are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Keytruda
Keytruda is a cancer medicine that helps the immune system find and fight tumor cells.
Opdivo
Opdivo is a cancer medicine that helps the immune system find and fight tumor cells.

What active substances are being studied?

Active substances that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These substances are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Nivolumab
Nivolumab is a substance that helps the immune system recognize and attack certain cancers.
Pembrolizumab
Pembrolizumab is a substance that helps the immune system recognize and attack certain cancers by blocking a protein called PD-1.

What similar medicines might you know?

Don't worry if you don't know the medicines tested in the trial. There is a chance you have heard about the similar medicines. Check the list below to see if you are familiar with any of them.

Opdualag

Where is the clinical trial being conducted?

Locations and medical facilities where this clinical trial is currently recruiting or conducting research. Select the locations where you would like to participate.

Loading map...
HUS-Yhtymae
Department of Oncology
Helsinki, Finland
Kuopio University Hospital
Department of Oncology
Kuopio, Finland
Tampere University Hospital
Department of Oncology
Tampere, Finland

Sponsor: Uppsala University Hospital
Last updated: Nov 26, 2025

Disclaimer: Parts of this content have been automatically extracted from the EU Clinical Trials registry. While we strive for accuracy, please always contact the trial site or sponsor directly for correct and official information before making any decisions about participation. View on EU Clinical Trials.