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Updated May 2026 · ClinicalTrials.gov

RECRUITINGPhase 1INTERVENTIONAL

Intralesional Influenza Vaccine for the Treatment of Stage I-IV Melanoma

Intralesional Influenza Vaccine for Patients With Melanoma

Intralesional Influenza Vaccine for the Treatment of Stage I-IV Melanoma (NCT04697576) is a Phase 1 interventional studying Clinical Stage I Cutaneous Melanoma AJCC v8 and Clinical Stage IA Cutaneous Melanoma AJCC v8, sponsored by Carlo Contreras. RECRUITING as of the most recent ClinicalTrials.gov update. Talk to your doctor before contacting the trial site.

Important: This information is not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

About This Trial

This phase I trial investigates the effects of influenza vaccine in treating patients with stage I-IV melanoma. While intramuscular administration of influenza vaccine provides immunization against the influenza virus, giving influenza vaccine directly into the tumor (intralesional) may decrease the size of the injected melanoma tumor, or the extent of the melanoma within the body.

What Stage of Research Is This?

Phase 1 trials test a new treatment for the first time in humans, focusing on safety, dosing, and how the body processes the drug. For Clinical Stage I Cutaneous Melanoma AJCC v8, a Phase 1 study typically enrolls a small number of participants — often healthy volunteers or patients who have exhausted standard treatment options. Phase 1 results determine whether a treatment moves into larger Phase 2 efficacy studies.

This trial is currently recruiting participants. The sponsor has registered the study with ClinicalTrials.gov as actively enrolling, which means new applicants who meet the eligibility criteria can be considered for screening. Trial status can change between updates — confirm current recruiting status with the study contact before traveling for a screening visit.

With a target enrollment of 36 participants, this is a small study — typical of early-phase research, rare-disease trials, or pilot studies designed to generate preliminary signal before a larger study is launched.

Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)

Who May Qualify: - Males or females - 18 to 99 years of age - diagnosed by tissue sample (biopsy-confirmed) cutaneous melanoma by historical pathology report review, clinical Stage I-III (Cohort #1), or Stage IV (Cohort #2) cutaneous melanoma - At least one, biopsy-proven, palpable melanoma tumor deposit suitable for intralesional injection measuring ≥ 1 cm by digital caliper (with digital photography documentation) or ultrasound (with ultrasound image documentation) - Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status (PS) 0-1 - Absolute neutrophil count (ANC) \>= 1.5 x 10\^3/mm\^3 (drawn at or not more than 30 days prior to the screening visit) - Hemoglobin (Hgb) \>= 9 g/dL (drawn at or not more than 30 days prior to the screening visit) - Platelet count \>= 100 x 10\^3/mm\^3 (drawn at or not more than 30 days prior to the screening visit) - Aspartate aminotransferase (AST)/alanine aminotransferase (ALT) =\< 2.5 x upper limit of normal (ULN) or =\< 5 x ULN in patients with liver metastases (Cohort 2 only) (drawn at or not more than 30 days prior to the screening visit) - Prothrombin time =\< 1.5 x ULN (drawn at or not more than 30 days prior to the screening visit) - Total bilirubin =\< 1.5 x ULN (unconjugated bilirubin of \< 3 x ULN for patients with known Gilbert syndrome) (drawn at or not more than 30 days prior to the screening visit) - Creatinine clearance of \>= 50 ml/min by Cockcroft-Gault equation (drawn at or not more than 30 days prior to the screening visit) - Women of childbearing potential (WOCBP) must agree to use effective contraceptive methods from screening until at least: - Cohort 1: 14 days after the surgical resection for subjects in Cohort 1 - Cohort 2: - Nivolumab: 5 months after the last dose of either nivolumab or intralesional Flucelvax, whichever is later - Pembrolizumab: 4 months after the last dose of either pembrolizumab or intralesional Flucelvax, whichever is later ...See full criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov Always talk to your doctor about whether this trial is right for you.

These are translations of the protocol\'s inclusion and exclusion criteria, simplified for patients and caregivers. The original clinical text appears below. Eligibility is ultimately confirmed by the trial site\'s screening process — this summary is a starting point for a conversation with your doctor, not a final determination.

Original Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria: * Males or females * 18 to 99 years of age * Histologically confirmed cutaneous melanoma by historical pathology report review, clinical Stage I-III (Cohort #1), or Stage IV (Cohort #2) cutaneous melanoma * At least one, biopsy-proven, palpable melanoma tumor deposit suitable for intralesional injection measuring ≥ 1 cm by digital caliper (with digital photography documentation) or ultrasound (with ultrasound image documentation) * Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status (PS) 0-1 * Absolute neutrophil count (ANC) \>= 1.5 x 10\^3/mm\^3 (drawn at or not more than 30 days prior to the screening visit) * Hemoglobin (Hgb) \>= 9 g/dL (drawn at or not more than 30 days prior to the screening visit) * Platelet count \>= 100 x 10\^3/mm\^3 (drawn at or not more than 30 days prior to the screening visit) * Aspartate aminotransferase (AST)/alanine aminotransferase (ALT) =\< 2.5 x upper limit of normal (ULN) or =\< 5 x ULN in patients with liver metastases (Cohort 2 only) (drawn at or not more than 30 days prior to the screening visit) * Prothrombin time =\< 1.5 x ULN (drawn at or not more than 30 days prior to the screening visit) * Total bilirubin =\< 1.5 x ULN (unconjugated bilirubin of \< 3 x ULN for patients with known Gilbert syndrome) (drawn at or not more than 30 days prior to the screening visit) * Creatinine clearance of \>= 50 ml/min by Cockcroft-Gault equation (drawn at or not more than 30 days prior to the screening visit) * Women of childbearing potential (WOCBP) must agree to use effective contraceptive methods from screening until at least: * Cohort 1: 14 days after the surgical resection for subjects in Cohort 1 * Cohort 2: * Nivolumab: 5 months after the last dose of either nivolumab or intralesional Flucelvax, whichever is later * Pembrolizumab: 4 months after the last dose of either pembrolizumab or intralesional Flucelvax, whichever is later * Ipilimumab: 3 months after the last dose of either ipilimumab or intralesional Flucelvax, whichever is later * Relatlimab + nivolumab (marketed under the trade name Opdualag): 5 months after the last dose of either Opdualag or intralesional Flucelvax, whichever is later. * Combination ipilimumab with other checkpoint inhibitor: Whichever is later: * 3 months after the last dose of either ipilimumab or intralesional Flucelvax * Above-bulleted recommendation for nivolumab or pembrolizumab * Non-childbearing potential is defined as a woman who meets either of the following criteria: a) postmenopausal state defined as no menses for 12 months without an alternative medical cause, or b) documented hysterectomy, bilateral tubal ligation, or bilateral oophorectomy * Effective contraception methods are defined as one of the following: * True abstinence, defined as refraining from heterosexual intercourse, when this is in line with the preferred and usual lifestyle of the subject * Periodic abstinence (e.g., calendar, ovulation, symptothermal, post-ovulation methods), declaration of abstinence for the duration of a trial, and withdrawal are not acceptable methods of contraception * Condoms and spermicide * Diaphragm and spermicide * Oral or implanted hormonal contraceptive * An intra-uterine device * WOCBP must have a negative pregnancy test (serum or urine) Exclusion Criteria: * Known allergy or intolerance to influenza vaccination * Subjects with condition requiring systemic treatment with either corticosteroids (\> 10 mg daily prednisone/equivalent) or other immunosuppressive medications within 14 days of study drug administration * Active, known or suspected autoimmune disease * Active brain metastasis or leptomeningeal metastasis * Diagnostic biopsy of ocular or mucosal melanoma * Any melanoma therapy within 6 months of enrollment; though prior surgical resection is permitted * Incarcerated patients * Patients known to be HIV positive are eligible if they meet the following criteria within 30 days prior to randomization: stable and adequate CD4 counts (≥ 350 mm\^3), and serum HIV viral load of \< 25,000 IU/ml. Patients may be on or off anti-viral therapy so long as they meet the CD4 count criteria * Pregnant or lactating patients * Patients incapable of independently providing consent

Treatments Being Tested

BIOLOGICAL

Ipilimumab

immune checkpoint inhibitor

BIOLOGICAL

Nivolumab

immune checkpoint inhibitor

BIOLOGICAL

Pembrolizumab

immune checkpoint inhibitor

BIOLOGICAL

Quadrivalent Inactivated Influenza Vaccine

Given IM and intratumorally. For this protocol the U.S. F.D.A recently approved the use of recently expired influenza vaccine (only until new seasonal vaccine is available anticipated Sept 1). Use of expired vaccine will not exceed 4 months past June 30th expiry date (October 30th).

PROCEDURE

Resection

Undergo surgical resection

BIOLOGICAL

Nivolumab + Relatlimab

immune checkpoint inhibitor

Locations (1)

Trial sites listed on ClinicalTrials.gov for this study. Site activation status can vary — confirm with the specific site before traveling for a screening visit.

Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center
Columbus, Ohio, United States

How to Talk to Your Doctor About This Trial

Bring the printable summary of this trial — including the NCT ID (NCT04697576), the sponsor (Carlo Contreras), and the key eligibility criteria — to your next appointment. Your doctor can review the inclusion and exclusion criteria against your medical history, lab values, and current treatments to assess whether you are likely to qualify. They can also help you weigh whether trial participation makes sense alongside your existing care plan.

Useful questions to walk through together: What does the trial protocol require beyond standard care? How long is the active treatment phase, and how long is follow-up? Are there study visits at sites I can reach? Who pays for the trial-specific procedures, and who pays for standard-of-care portions? See our 25 questions to ask about clinical trials guide for a more complete checklist.

Authoritative Sources

The official record for this trial lives on ClinicalTrials.gov — the federal registry maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. For background on how this trial fits into the FDA approval pathway, see the FDA drug approval process. For oncology-specific guidance for patients considering trials, the National Cancer Institute publishes patient-oriented overviews. International trial registries are aggregated by the WHO ICTRP.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NCT04697576 clinical trial studying?

This phase I trial investigates the effects of influenza vaccine in treating patients with stage I-IV melanoma. While intramuscular administration of influenza vaccine provides immunization against the influenza virus, giving influenza vaccine directly into the tumor (intralesional) may decrease the size of the injected melanoma tumor, or the extent of the melanoma within the body. The full protocol is registered on ClinicalTrials.gov and includes the primary outcome measures, eligibility criteria, and study endpoints.

Who can participate in NCT04697576?

Eligibility for this trial depends on the specific inclusion and exclusion criteria set by the sponsor. The plain-English summary above translates the most important criteria into accessible language; the official clinical text is preserved in the collapsible section underneath. Whether you fit any specific trial is a medical decision your doctor needs to confirm — bring the trial information to your treating physician for a full review against your medical history.

How do I contact the trial site for NCT04697576?

Contact information registered with ClinicalTrials.gov is shown in the sidebar of this page. Before reaching out, confirm with your treating physician that this trial is appropriate for your situation. The trial site will then walk you through the screening process to determine final eligibility.

Is participating in a clinical trial safe?

Clinical trials in the United States are regulated by the FDA and overseen by Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) that review the protocol for safety. Risk varies by trial — Phase 1 studies test new treatments in humans for the first time, while Phase 3 trials use treatments that have already passed earlier safety screening. The informed consent document for any specific trial details the known risks and what to expect. Discuss those risks with your physician before deciding whether to participate.

Where can I verify the data on this page?

Every detail on this page comes directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API. Click "View on ClinicalTrials.gov" in the sidebar to see the official, unmodified record. The federal record is always authoritative; this page is a structured presentation with a plain-English eligibility translation. For background on how clinical trials are regulated, see the FDA drug approval process documentation.

How This Page Is Built

Every field on this page is pulled directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 — no estimates, no proxies. The plain-English eligibility translation is generated from the original protocol text and reviewed for fidelity to the underlying clinical criteria. The original clinical text remains visible in the collapsible section above so users and clinicians can verify the translation. Read the full methodology for the data pipeline and known limitations.

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 record for NCT04697576. Maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. Public domain. Cite as: "TrialFinderData. NCT04697576. Data: ClinicalTrials.gov."

Medical disclaimer: This page is informational, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

Last updated 2026-05-08 · Data from ClinicalTrials.gov.