Helping older women make informed choices about breast cancer screening
Supporting Personalized Decision Making for Breast Cancer Screening among Older Women
['FUNDING_CAREER'] · YALE UNIVERSITY · NIH-11003312
This study is designed to help women aged 75 and older make smart choices about breast cancer screening by looking at important data and creating a helpful tool that explains the benefits and risks of mammograms just for them.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_CAREER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | YALE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW HAVEN, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11003312 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to assist older women, particularly those aged 75 and above, in making informed decisions regarding breast cancer screening. It will analyze Medicare claims and cancer incidence data to provide clearer estimates of the benefits and risks associated with mammography for this age group. By understanding the varying life expectancies among older women, the research will quantify the potential mortality benefits and risks of overdiagnosis. Additionally, a decision aid will be developed to present personalized information to help women weigh their options effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women aged 75 and older who are considering breast cancer screening.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 75 or those who have already been diagnosed with breast cancer may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower older women to make better-informed decisions about breast cancer screening, potentially improving their health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that personalized decision-making tools can significantly improve patient understanding and satisfaction, suggesting a promising approach in this area.
Where this research is happening
NEW HAVEN, UNITED STATES
- YALE UNIVERSITY — NEW HAVEN, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: RICHMAN, ILANA — YALE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: RICHMAN, ILANA
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.
Conditions: age associated disease, age associated disorder, age dependent disease, age dependent disorder, age related human disease