Understanding how cancer is diagnosed in emergency rooms and addressing disparities.
Diagnosis of Cancer in the Emergency Room - Explaining Persistent Disparities - Diversity Supplement
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL · NIH-11062590
This study looks at how lung cancer is diagnosed in emergency rooms, especially for patients with COPD and those from less advantaged backgrounds, to find out what leads to late diagnoses and how it affects their health.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11062590 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the diagnosis of lung cancer in emergency departments, focusing on patients who often present with advanced disease due to various disparities. It aims to identify the predictors and outcomes of lung cancer diagnosed in emergency settings, particularly among individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and those from disadvantaged racial and socioeconomic backgrounds. By analyzing data on these patients, the research seeks to uncover the factors that contribute to late-stage diagnoses and improve understanding of their health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include patients presenting to emergency departments with symptoms suggestive of lung cancer, especially those with a history of COPD and from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients with early-stage lung cancer diagnosed outside of the emergency department may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved early detection and treatment strategies for lung cancer, particularly for underserved populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have highlighted disparities in cancer diagnosis and outcomes, suggesting that addressing these issues could lead to significant improvements in patient care.
Where this research is happening
CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES
- UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL — CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: THOMPSON, CAROLINE AVERY — UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL
- Study coordinator: THOMPSON, CAROLINE AVERY
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.
Conditions: Cancer Patient, Cancer Staging, Cancer Treatment, Cancers, Chronic Obstruction Pulmonary Disease