Creating a personalized decision aid for cancer screening in Sweden
Towards High, Equal and Informed Participation in Swedish Cancer Screening - the BESTa Project.
This study is trying out a new online tool to help people in Sweden understand their cancer screening options better so they can make informed choices about their health.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 220 (estimated) |
| Ages | 23 Years to 74 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Karolinska Institutet Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Huddinge) |
| Trial ID | NCT05512260 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to develop and implement a web-based individual decision aid (iDA) to enhance participation in cancer screening programs in Sweden. The iDA will provide tailored information about various cancer screening options, helping individuals make informed decisions based on their values and preferences. By addressing disparities in participation rates among different population groups, the project seeks to empower individuals with knowledge and facilitate communication with healthcare professionals. The initiative is grounded in the principles of shared decision making, ensuring that individuals are actively involved in their healthcare choices.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women aged 23-74 and men aged 60-74 who are invited to participate in cancer screening programs.
Not a fit: Patients outside the specified age range or those not invited to cancer screening programs may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could significantly increase informed participation in cancer screening programs, leading to earlier detection and better outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have performed: While decision aids have been used in various healthcare settings, this specific approach tailored for Swedish cancer screening programs is novel and untested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * women aged 23 -74 * men aged 60 - 74 Exclusion Criteria: * none
Where this trial is running
Huddinge
- Karolinska Institutet — Huddinge, Sweden (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Kaisa Fritzell, PhD — Karolinska Institutet
- Study coordinator: Kaisa Fritzell, PhD
- Email: kaisa.fritzell@ki.se
- Phone: +46761407424
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.