Improving surgical decision-making for young women with breast cancer
Effectiveness and implementation of a decision support tool to improve surgical decision making in young women with breast cancer
This study is all about helping young women with early-stage breast cancer make better decisions about their surgery options, using a friendly online tool called CONSYDER that gives them personalized information and support to feel more confident in their choices.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10908376 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the decision-making process for young women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, particularly regarding the choice of undergoing contralateral prophylactic mastectomy (CPM). It utilizes a web-based decision support tool called CONSYDER, which addresses the unique concerns of young patients, helping them understand the risks and benefits of different surgical options. The tool aims to reduce decisional conflict by providing tailored information and support, ensuring that patients can make informed choices that align with their values and preferences.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer who are considering surgical options.
Not a fit: Patients with advanced breast cancer or those who have already undergone surgery may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower young women with breast cancer to make more informed surgical decisions, potentially improving their quality of life and reducing unnecessary surgical interventions.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that decision support tools can effectively aid patients in making informed choices about their healthcare, indicating a promising approach in this area.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rosenberg, Shoshana M — Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ
- Study coordinator: Rosenberg, Shoshana M
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.