Exploring how older adults make cancer treatment decisions based on health assessments
Facilitating the Engagement and Satisfaction of Older Adults in Their Cancer Care Planning: A Randomized Study to Understand the Preferences and Views of Older Adults Regarding the Use of Geriatric and Objective Functional Assessments for Cancer Treatment Planning
This study tests if giving older adults with cancer early access to their health information helps them make better treatment decisions and feel more satisfied with their choices.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 65 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Fox Chase Cancer Center Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) |
| Trial ID | NCT06652347 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This interventional study investigates how sharing information about health and functional abilities influences treatment decisions among older adults with cancer. Participants aged 65 and older will be randomized into two groups: one receiving early access to their Geriatric Assessment (GA) and Objective Functional Status (OFS) results, and the other receiving this information later. The study aims to determine if access to this information alters their treatment priorities and satisfaction levels. Additionally, it will assess older adults' preferences regarding the collection and sharing of their health data.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are older adults aged 65 and above who are starting or being considered for a new cancer treatment regimen.
Not a fit: Patients who lack the capacity to consent or are already using an activity tracker may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could empower older adults to make more informed and personalized decisions about their cancer treatment.
How similar studies have performed: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific focus on older adults' preferences in cancer treatment planning is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥ 65 At the time of study screening either: * Started a new qualifying index regimen within the last 30 days (inclusive) * Are being considered for a new qualifying index regimen Exclusion Criteria: * Patients will be excluded if they * Do not have the capacity to consent to study procedures * Are unable to complete English language questionnaires * Are already using an activity tracker on a daily basis (and therefore may be aware of their current level of activity) * Are enrolled in another study in which physical activity is a substantial part or all of the therapeutic intervention or where physical activity is specifically being evaluated and shared with patients. Patients on studies not evaluating or sharing physical activity are eligible for the present study if they meet the other inclusion/exclusion criteria and participation in the present study is not excluded by other studies in which they are enrolled.
Where this trial is running
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Fox Chase Cancer Center — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Zachary Frosch, MD, MSHP — Fox Chase Cancer Center
- Study coordinator: Zachary Frosch, MD MSHP
- Email: Zachary.Frosch@fccc.edu
- Phone: 215-728-2674
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.