๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-05-13

Neoadjuvant Targeting of Myeloid Cell Populations in Combination With Nivolumab in Head & Neck Ca (NCT04848116)

Neoadjuvant Targeting of Myeloid Cell Populations in Combination With Nivolumab in Head & Neck Cancer Patients Undergoing Surgery

๐Ÿ”ต Active, Not Recruiting Phase2 ๐Ÿ’Š Investigational Drug / Biologic Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The primary objective of this study is to assess safety and feasibility of pre-operative nivolumab in combination with BMS-986253 (anti-interleukin-8) in patients with squamous cell carcinoma of head and neck (SCCHN) who will undergo surgery.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Johns Hopkins University โ€” Baltimore, Maryland

Age range: 18 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Johns Hopkins University โ€” Baltimore, Maryland

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (855) 694-6725

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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