Vitamin D May Cut Colitis Risk for Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors
Odds of developing ICI colitis significantly reduced with vitamin D use in patients with melanoma.
Melanoma
Study Investigates Association Between Height and Risk of Invasive Melanoma
This study used data from the Nurses’ Health Study (NHS) and NHS2 to explore the association between height, number of nevi, and risk of invasive melanoma.
Melanoma Risk From Biologic Therapy Remains Uncertain
Systematic literature review and meta-analysis reveal link to increased risk cannot be ruled out.
Exposure to Antibiotics Associated With Survival Detriment in Patients With Advanced Melanoma Treated With ICIs
Previous studies have shown an association between gut microbiome diversity and response to immune checkpoint inhibitor therapy.
Minority of Melanomas With Complete Response to Anti–PD-1 Relapsed After Drug Cessation
More research is needed to define criteria for stopping therapy.
Large Decrease Seen in Melanoma Mortality From 2013 to 2016
Overall mortality decrease started in 2013 following introduction of 10 new treatments in 2011.
What Contributed to the Decrease in Melanoma Incidence in Younger Individuals?
A recent study documents a downward trend in melanoma incidence in adolescents and young adults, but experts disagree about the causes.
Hydrochlorothiazide Exposure May Be Associated With Increased Risk of Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer
In this study, oral cancer risk was used as a negative control since it is not associated with increased exposure to UV radiation.
Melanoma Treatment Regimens
View treatment regimens for melanoma, including guidance on options and dosing for a number of drugs including ipilimumab and dacarbazine.
Lack of Self-Exams Hampers Early Melanoma Identification
Of those surveyed in rural communities, 43 percent intended to perform self-exam but did not follow through.
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