Improving rapid diagnosis of breast cancer in Mexico
Official title: Research Project 2
Funded at University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston · NIH-10933445 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to make breast cancer diagnosis faster and easier for women in Mexico by talking to healthcare workers about what helps or hinders quick testing, so they can create better ways to ensure women get the care they need on time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $131,116 |
| NIH project number | 5U54CA284109-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10933445 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are women presenting with symptoms of breast cancer in primary care settings in Mexico.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not seeking care in the specified primary care settings or those outside of Mexico may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the speed and efficiency of breast cancer diagnosis for women in Mexico by developing and testing integrated care strategies. It involves assessing barriers and facilitators to implementing a rapid diagnosis system in primary care settings through interviews with healthcare personnel. The study will also create tailored strategies to improve the implementation of these systems, ensuring that women receive timely care. By focusing on organizational readiness and stakeholder collaboration, the research seeks to establish a more effective healthcare framework for breast cancer diagnosis.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to faster breast cancer diagnoses, improving treatment outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in implementing integrated care models for cancer diagnosis, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Unger-Salda�a, Karla — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Unger-Salda�a, Karla
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.