Understanding life after ovarian cancer diagnosis

UNTOLD: UNderstanding The experience of Ovarian cancer ? Life after Diagnosis: A Mixed Methods Approach

NIH-funded research University of Minnesota · NIH-11048123

This study is looking at what ovarian cancer survivors go through after their diagnosis, including the physical and emotional challenges they face, to better understand their needs and improve their quality of life.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Minnesota NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Minneapolis, United States)
Project IDNIH-11048123 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research investigates the experiences of ovarian cancer survivors, focusing on the physical and psychological challenges they face after diagnosis. It aims to document the prevalence and severity of side effects, unmet needs, and barriers to supportive care that affect their quality of life. By examining various factors such as age, race, and social support, the study seeks to identify differences in the experiences of survivors and improve their overall survivorship experience.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have been diagnosed with ovarian cancer and are currently navigating life after treatment.

Not a fit: Patients who have not been diagnosed with ovarian cancer or are currently undergoing treatment may not receive direct benefits from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved support and care strategies for ovarian cancer survivors, enhancing their quality of life.

How similar studies have performed: Similar research has shown success in understanding survivorship experiences in other cancer populations, indicating potential for impactful findings in this area as well.

Where this research is happening

Minneapolis, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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