Improving breast cancer care through patient and physician feedback
Official title: 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)
Run by University Hospital Augsburg · NCT06416293 · Data updated 2026-11-12
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 |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 2000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University Hospital Augsburg Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Augsburg, Bavaria) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | April 1, 2022 |
| Main results expected | December 31, 2026 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | April 29, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06416293 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates include men and women aged 18 and older who have a histologically confirmed diagnosis of breast cancer or DCIS.
✕Probably 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.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
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.
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 gone: 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.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
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 it's running
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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
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.