Improving resilience in older adults undergoing lung cancer treatment
Resiliency among Older Adults Receiving Lung Cancer Treatment: A Supportive Care Intervention Study
This study is looking at how new treatments for lung cancer can help older adults stay independent and recover from any challenges they face, while also providing support for their physical and emotional well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ohio State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbus, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10911197 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on older adults with lung cancer, aiming to understand how newer treatments like immunotherapy affect their ability to maintain functional independence and recover from disability. The study will implement a supportive care intervention designed to enhance resilience, which includes monitoring and addressing physical and psychological symptoms such as anxiety and depression. By prioritizing functional status and independence, the research seeks to provide tailored support to help these patients navigate their treatment journey more effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults diagnosed with advanced lung cancer who are undergoing treatment.
Not a fit: Patients with early-stage lung cancer or those not receiving treatment may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could help older lung cancer patients maintain their independence and improve their overall quality of life during treatment.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that supportive care interventions can significantly improve outcomes for older cancer patients, suggesting a promising approach in this area.
Where this research is happening
Columbus, UNITED STATES
- Ohio State University — Columbus, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Presley, Carolyn — Ohio State University
- Study coordinator: Presley, Carolyn
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.