Improving access to treatment for small liver cancer patients
Small LIVER Cancer: Development of a Multi-Level Intervention to Improve Access to CURE (LIVER:CURE)
['FUNDING_CAREER'] · WEILL MEDICAL COLL OF CORNELL UNIV · NIH-11055183
This study is all about finding better ways to help people with small liver cancer get the treatment they need on time by listening to their experiences and making sure care is fair and respectful for everyone.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_CAREER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | WEILL MEDICAL COLL OF CORNELL UNIV (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11055183 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the care delivery for patients with small hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), a type of liver cancer. It aims to identify and address the barriers that prevent timely treatment from diagnosis to care. The approach includes qualitative research methods to gather insights from patients and stakeholders, ensuring that interventions are culturally sensitive and equitable. The ultimate goal is to increase the utilization of appropriate treatments for small HCC patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with small hepatocellular carcinoma who may face barriers to accessing care.
Not a fit: Patients with advanced liver cancer or those who are not diagnosed with hepatocellular carcinoma may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved access to timely and effective treatments for small liver cancer patients, ultimately enhancing their health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in addressing healthcare disparities and improving treatment access for cancer patients, indicating that this approach has potential.
Where this research is happening
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- WEILL MEDICAL COLL OF CORNELL UNIV — NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: CHARALEL, RESMI — WEILL MEDICAL COLL OF CORNELL UNIV
- Study coordinator: CHARALEL, RESMI
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: cancer care, cancer disparity, cancer health disparity