Using social media to share a breast reconstruction decision tool
Official title: Dissemination of a breast reconstruction decision tool through social media and online communities
Funded at Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill · NIH-11009967 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping people who have had a mastectomy, especially those from Black and Hispanic/Latina communities, learn more about their breast reconstruction options using a helpful tool called BREASTChoice, which will be shared through social media to make it easier for everyone to find the information they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project start | January 10, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $635,582 |
| NIH project number | 5R01CA276408-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11009967 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include breast cancer survivors, particularly those from Black and Hispanic/Latina communities, who are considering or have questions about breast reconstruction.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not breast cancer survivors or those who have already made definitive decisions regarding their reconstruction options may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to improve access to information about breast reconstruction options for patients who have undergone mastectomy, particularly focusing on underserved populations such as Black and Hispanic/Latina individuals. The project will utilize a decision aid called BREASTChoice, which has been shown to help patients make informed choices about their reconstruction options. By disseminating this tool through social media and online communities, the research seeks to reach a wider audience and provide support when and where patients need it. The approach is designed to enhance patient engagement and ensure that individuals have the knowledge necessary to align their choices with their preferences.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower patients with better information and support, leading to improved decision-making regarding breast reconstruction.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown success in using digital tools for patient decision-making, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lee, Clara Nan-Hi — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Lee, Clara Nan-Hi
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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.