Understanding the experiences of adults living with metastatic colorectal cancer
Official title: Population-based assessment of patient-reported outcomes in adults living with metastatic colorectal cancer
Funded at Georgetown University · NIH-10931430 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to understand how adults with metastatic colorectal cancer feel and what they need while going through treatment, so we can create better support for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Georgetown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project start | September 19, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $679,461 |
| NIH project number | 5R01CA281752-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10931430 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 18 and older who have been diagnosed with metastatic colorectal cancer.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with early-stage colorectal cancer or those without a diagnosis of colorectal cancer may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the experiences and needs of adults diagnosed with metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) as they navigate their treatment and survivorship. By conducting a multi-site population-based study, the research aims to gather patient-reported outcomes, including symptoms and quality of life, from a diverse group of participants. The study will recruit individuals from cancer registries in New Jersey and Greater California, ensuring a broad representation of the mCRC population. The goal is to identify specific supportive care needs and develop tailored interventions to improve the quality of life for these patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved supportive care strategies for adults living with metastatic colorectal cancer.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has highlighted the importance of understanding patient-reported outcomes in cancer survivorship, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Georgetown University
Washington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Potosky, Arnold L — Georgetown University
- Study coordinator: Potosky, Arnold L
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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.