Decision Aid for Breast Cancer

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

+2 other locations

Overseen bySarah Tevis, MD

Age: 18+

Sex: Female

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?This is a study to assess the feasibility and acceptability of a novel decision aid (DA) in a newly diagnosed, early-stage breast cancer population. Insights gained from patient feedback and the implementation process will be used to improve the information delivered in the decision aid itself and to plan for a larger scale trial to compare the decision aid to standard of care.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for individuals newly diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer. The study aims to include those who are evaluating their surgical treatment options and can provide feedback on the decision aid being tested.

Inclusion Criteria

I am a candidate for both breast-conserving surgery and complete removal.

English speaking

I am a woman aged between 18 and 100.

+1 more

Exclusion Criteria

I have discussed surgical options for my breast cancer with a surgeon.

I need chemotherapy before surgery.

I have had breast cancer before.

Participant Groups

The study is testing a novel decision aid designed to help patients understand and choose between surgical treatments, comparing its effectiveness and user experience against the standard of care.

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Placebo Group

Group I: Interventional GroupExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Newly detected, early stage breast cancer patients in the treatment group will be provided an electronic copy of the DA for their reference via email.

Group II: Control GroupPlacebo Group1 Intervention

Newly diagnosed, early stage breast cancer patients in the control group will be provided an electronic copy of an alternative educational pamphlet discussing surgical options for breast cancer.