Improving patient care and decision-making for Barrett's esophagus
Approaches and Outcomes of Shared Decision-making and Patient Centered Care Delivery in Barrett's Esophagus
This study is all about helping people with Barrett's esophagus make better choices about their treatment by creating easy-to-use tools that explain their options, so they can work together with their doctors to catch any problems early and improve their health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mayo Clinic Jacksonville NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Jacksonville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11089389 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing patient-centered care and shared decision-making for individuals with Barrett's esophagus, a condition that can lead to esophageal cancer. The project aims to develop tools and methods that help patients understand their treatment options and make informed choices about their care. By utilizing large real-world databases, the research will evaluate the effectiveness of these patient decision aids and improve communication between patients and healthcare providers. The ultimate goal is to improve early detection and treatment outcomes for esophageal adenocarcinoma.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with Barrett's esophagus who are seeking to understand their treatment options.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have Barrett's esophagus or related conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better patient outcomes through improved decision-making and care tailored to individual needs.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that patient-centered approaches can significantly improve treatment outcomes in various medical fields, suggesting a promising potential for this approach in Barrett's esophagus.
Where this research is happening
Jacksonville, United States
- Mayo Clinic Jacksonville — Jacksonville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Eluri, Swathi — Mayo Clinic Jacksonville
- Study coordinator: Eluri, Swathi
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.