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Innovation: Dr. W. Chad Spanos On Cancer Clinical Trial

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Dr. W. Chad Spanos is the clinical trial’s principal investigator at Sanford Health. He practices at the Sanford Ear Nose and Throat Clinic in Sioux Falls and runs a cancer biology lab. His research focuses on head and neck cancers caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV). We’ll discuss the clinical trial that is investigating a PD-1 inhibitor that stimulates the patient’s immune system to fight cancer. The drug is currently used in combination with other therapies to treat melanoma and non-small cell lung cancer. The trial is exploring the safety of nivolumab and the ability of the drug to extend the life of participants.

Cara Hetland is the Director of Radio and Journalism Content for South Dakota Public Broadcasting.