Understanding why people don't get screened for lung cancer
Examining Barriers to Lung Cancer Screening
['FUNDING_R03'] · KAISER FOUNDATION RESEARCH INSTITUTE · NIH-11042491
This study is looking into why some people, especially from minority groups and those with a long history of smoking, might not get screened for lung cancer, so we can find ways to make it easier for everyone to access this important test.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R03'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | KAISER FOUNDATION RESEARCH INSTITUTE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11042491 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the barriers that prevent eligible individuals, particularly from minority populations, from participating in lung cancer screening using low-dose computed tomography. It aims to identify specific challenges faced by those with extensive smoking histories, including health concerns and access to screening facilities. The study will analyze factors such as travel distance, costs, and health-seeking behaviors that may influence the decision to undergo screening. By understanding these barriers, the research seeks to improve screening rates and ensure that more individuals benefit from early detection.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with a significant smoking history who are eligible for lung cancer screening but have not yet participated.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have a history of smoking or who are not eligible for lung cancer screening may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased lung cancer screening rates, particularly among high-risk populations, ultimately reducing lung cancer mortality.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing barriers to cancer screening can significantly improve participation rates, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Oakland, UNITED STATES
- KAISER FOUNDATION RESEARCH INSTITUTE — Oakland, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: WAIN, KRIS — KAISER FOUNDATION RESEARCH INSTITUTE
- Study coordinator: WAIN, KRIS
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 Cause, cancer diagnosis, Cancer Etiology, cancer risk, cancer type