Decision-Making Support Tool for Breast Cancer

(PCDM Trial)

DA
Overseen ByDr. Allison Magnuson Principal Investigator
Age: 65+
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Academic
Sponsor: University of Rochester
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

The purpose of this study is to determine the feasibility for a patient centered decision-making support tool for older adults with metastatic breast cancer and their care partners.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for people age 65 or older with metastatic breast cancer who are getting, or planning to start, systemic treatment. Participants must speak and read English and be able to give consent. Their care partners (age 18+) can also join if they meet similar criteria.

Inclusion Criteria

Patient: Able to speak and read English (because the Manta Cares platform is presently only offered in English only)
Patient: Able to provide informed consent
Care Partner: Able to speak and read English (because the Manta Cares platform is presently only offered in English only)
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Exclusion Criteria

Care Partner: Verbal permission from patient to enroll care partner not received
I have been diagnosed with another cancer besides metastatic breast cancer.
I have early-stage breast cancer.

Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2 months

Intervention

Evaluation of the patient-centered decision-making support tool for older adults with metastatic breast cancer

6 months
Multiple assessments at Time Points 1, 2, and 3

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after intervention

3 months

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Trial Overview

The study is testing a decision-making support tool designed to help older adults with advanced breast cancer and their care partners make informed choices about treatment. The focus is on how practical and helpful the tool is.

Find a Clinic Near You

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

University of Rochester

Lead Sponsor

Trials
883
Recruited
555,000+