Natural History Study for Eye Cancer
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial focuses on understanding uveal melanoma, a type of eye cancer, by creating a registry to track the disease's progression over time. The goal is to gather data to aid in developing new treatments. Individuals diagnosed with uveal melanoma who can consent to participate are suitable for this study. By collecting and analyzing this information, researchers aim to improve care and treatment options for this condition.
As an unphased trial, this study offers participants the chance to contribute to groundbreaking research that could lead to better future treatments.
Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Unlike the standard treatments for uveal melanoma, which typically involve surgery, radiation, or laser therapy, this trial is exploring the natural history of the condition. Researchers are excited about this approach because it aims to better understand how uveal melanoma progresses without intervention. By observing the course of the disease, scientists hope to identify key factors influencing its development and potentially discover novel targets for future therapies. This could pave the way for more effective and personalized treatment strategies in the future.
Who Is on the Research Team?
Mariam El-Ashmawy, MD, PhD
Principal Investigator
Columbia University
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Initial Management
Initial management of primary uveal melanoma directed by an ophthalmologic oncologist
Surveillance
Surveillance for the development of metastasis following treatment of primary disease
Treatment of Recurrent Disease
Management of recurrent or metastatic disease directed by a medical oncologist
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for overall survival and relapse-free survival
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Columbia University
Lead Sponsor
Richard D. Carvajal
Lead Sponsor
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