Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

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 typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment2000 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity Hospital Augsburg
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Augsburg, Bavaria)
StatusRecruiting
StartedApril 1, 2022
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2026
Study endsDecember 31, 2027
Registry record updatedApril 29, 2026
Trial IDNCT06416293 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

  • University Hospital Augsburg, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics
    Augsburg, Bavaria, Germany
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.