Improving breast cancer care through patient and physician feedback
Widening Aims and Giving Patients a Voice for Expanded Structures in Breast Cancer Care Jointly Developed by Patients and Physicians (Wechselseitiger Patienten-Arzt-Austausch in Der Versorgung Bei Brustkrebs Mit Dem Ziel Der Gemeinsamen Erarbeitung Neuer Patienten-orientierter Strukturen)
This study is trying to see how well breast cancer care is working by collecting feedback from patients and doctors to make improvements that better meet everyone's needs.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 2000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital Augsburg Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Augsburg, Bavaria) |
| Trial ID | NCT06416293 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational project aims to assess the current care structure for breast cancer patients by gathering insights from both patients and physicians. It focuses on understanding patient-physician communication, time management, and coping strategies through comprehensive questionnaires. The involvement of patient organizations ensures that the survey addresses the actual needs and preferences of patients, which will inform future improvements in care models. The ultimate goal is to harmonize national data structures to enhance breast cancer care.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include men and women aged 18 and older who have a histologically confirmed diagnosis of breast cancer or DCIS.
Not a fit: Patients under 18 years old or those without a confirmed diagnosis of breast cancer or DCIS will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could lead to improved communication and care models that better meet the needs of breast cancer patients.
How similar studies have performed: While similar studies focusing on patient feedback in cancer care have shown promise, this specific approach of joint development with patient organizations is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria (patients): * Breast cancer or DCIS * women and men aged 18 years and older Exclusion Criteria (patients): * women and men \< 18 years * no histologically confirmed breast cancer or DCIS diagnosis Inclusion Criteria (physicians): \- Treatment of breast cancer patients
Where this trial is running
Augsburg, Bavaria
- University Hospital Augsburg, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics — Augsburg, Bavaria, Germany (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Nina Ditsch, Prof. — University Hospital Augsburg
- Study coordinator: Nina Ditsch, Prof.
- Email: nina.ditsch@uk-augsburg.de
- Phone: +49 821 400 15809
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.