Quality of life intervention for young African American breast cancer survivors
Piloting Y-AMBIENT: A Quality of Life Intervention for Young African American Breast Cancer Survivors
This study is testing a new support program to see if it can improve the quality of life for young African American women who have survived breast cancer.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 44 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | University of Alabama at Birmingham Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | chemotherapy, radiation |
| Locations | 1 site (Columbus, Ohio) |
| Trial ID | NCT05452681 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This pilot randomized controlled trial evaluates the feasibility and preliminary outcomes of a quality of life intervention called Y-AMBIENT compared to an attention control among young African American breast cancer survivors. Participants are randomized into two groups: one receiving themed education sessions and follow-up calls focused on their health and concerns, and the other receiving similar educational content without the targeted intervention. The study aims to assess how well the Y-AMBIENT intervention works in improving health-related outcomes for these survivors. Follow-up assessments will occur one month after the intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are African American women aged 18 to 44 who have completed treatment for stage I-III breast cancer.
Not a fit: Patients currently participating in formal survivorship navigation programs may not benefit from this study due to potential confounding factors.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly enhance the quality of life for young African American breast cancer survivors.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with similar quality of life interventions, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this demographic.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Biologically born women * Self-identify as AA * Are aged 18 to 44 years on study entry * Are diagnosed with breast cancer stage I-III * Have completed treatment with chemotherapy and/or radiation for stage I-III breast cancer prior to study entry * Are English- speaking * Have telephone and internet access Exclusion Criteria: * Participation in formal survivorship navigation programs because they are associated with improved health- related outcomes, which could be a confounder
Where this trial is running
Columbus, Ohio
- Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center — Columbus, Ohio, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Timiya Nolan, PhD — Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Study coordinator: The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Email: OSUCCCClinicaltrials@osumc.edu
- Phone: 800-293-5066
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.