A technology to help breast cancer patients make personalized treatment decisions
Official title: COMputerized PAtient-centered Collaborative Technology (COMPACT) to Support Personalized Decision Making in Breast Cancer
Funded at Vanderbilt University Medical Center · NIH-10922695 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new computer tool called COMPACT that helps breast cancer patients understand their treatment choices better, so they can make decisions that feel right for them and improve their overall experience.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2022 |
| Project end | September 29, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $128,855 |
| NIH project number | 5K01HS029042-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10922695 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are women diagnosed with breast cancer who are facing treatment decisions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not diagnosed with breast cancer or those who are not involved in treatment decision-making may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a computerized system called COMPACT that aims to enhance personalized decision-making for breast cancer treatment. By utilizing human-centered design principles, the project seeks to create a tool that helps patients understand their treatment options based on their individual needs and preferences. The goal is to empower patients to make informed decisions, thereby improving their satisfaction and outcomes. The system will be tested over a four-year period to ensure its effectiveness in real-world settings.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better-informed treatment decisions for breast cancer patients, ultimately improving their health outcomes and satisfaction with care.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that patient-centered decision-making tools can improve treatment outcomes, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Salwei, Megan Elizabeth — Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Salwei, Megan Elizabeth
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.