Helping female childhood cancer survivors understand their fertility options
Addressing Fertility Information Needs and Fertility-related Distress among Female Adult Survivors of Childhood Cancer
This study is all about helping women who survived childhood cancer understand their fertility options and cope with any worries they might have about having kids, by creating a supportive program based on their experiences and expert advice.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10903872 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the fertility-related information needs and emotional distress experienced by female adult survivors of childhood cancer. It aims to develop a behavioral intervention that helps these survivors understand their fertility status and options for having biological children. The study will begin with interviews of survivors and healthcare providers to gather insights that will inform the creation of a tailored intervention. By utilizing established behavioral theories, the research seeks to empower survivors with the knowledge and support they need regarding their fertility.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are female adult survivors of childhood cancer aged 18-44 who have concerns about their fertility.
Not a fit: Patients who are not survivors of childhood cancer or those outside the age range of 18-44 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide female childhood cancer survivors with crucial information and support to make informed decisions about their fertility and family planning.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in addressing fertility concerns among cancer survivors, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful impact.
Where this research is happening
Durham, United States
- Duke University — Durham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Stalls, Juliann — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Stalls, Juliann
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 below.