Reducing racial disparities in permanent contraception use
Disseminating PCOR findings to Reduce Racial Disparities in Surgical Sterilization
This study is looking to help women of color and those with chronic health issues make better choices about permanent birth control by sharing important information and ensuring their personal values are considered in the decision-making process.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11053598 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to address the racial and ethnic disparities in the use of permanent contraception, particularly among women of color and those with chronic conditions. By utilizing patient-centered outcomes research (PCOR) findings, the project will adapt an advance care planning framework to help patients make informed decisions about their reproductive health. The approach emphasizes shared decision-making and effective communication, ensuring that patients' values and preferences are prioritized when considering permanent contraception versus alternatives. The research will focus on disseminating information about the safety and effectiveness of long-acting reversible contraceptives compared to surgical sterilization.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include women of color, those with chronic health conditions, and individuals living in rural areas who are considering permanent contraception.
Not a fit: Patients who are not considering permanent contraception or who have already undergone the procedure may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower patients to make better-informed choices regarding their reproductive health, potentially reducing regret and improving overall satisfaction with contraceptive methods.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in using patient-centered approaches to improve decision-making in reproductive health, indicating that this methodology is promising.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schwarz, Eleanor Bimla — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Schwarz, Eleanor Bimla
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.