Implementation Strategy Training for Liver Cancer
(OASIS Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial explores ways to better implement trusted medical practices to improve liver cancer care at VA medical centers. It tests two training methods—one using a new decision aid tool called OASIS and the other using the current decision aid tool—to determine which more effectively helps clinicians choose the best strategies for patient care. Veterans who have experienced cirrhosis (liver scarring) or its complications and have recently visited a participating VA medical center are good candidates. The research aims to make healthcare more consistent and fair by improving the implementation of medical strategies. As an unphased trial, this study offers veterans the opportunity to contribute to enhancing healthcare delivery and ensuring fair treatment practices.
Do I need to stop my current medications for this trial?
The trial protocol does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
What prior data suggests that this decision aid tool training is safe?
Research has shown that decision-support tools, such as the OASIS DA training, are generally safe. These tools guide medical decisions without causing physical harm. While specific data on the safety of OASIS DA training is lacking, studies on similar tools indicate they are safe and well-tolerated.
The OASIS DA training targets healthcare provider training, so participants should not anticipate medical risks. Reports of negative effects from similar decision-support tools have not emerged, suggesting their safety.
Overall, participating in training like OASIS DA seems to be a low-risk method to enhance healthcare practices.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about this trial because it aims to improve decision-making strategies for liver cancer treatment through innovative training methods. The OASIS decision aid training offers a fresh approach by potentially enhancing the way healthcare providers communicate options to patients, making complex information more accessible and understandable. By comparing the OASIS DA training with the current decision aid tool, researchers hope to discover which method better supports patients in making informed choices about their care. This could lead to more personalized and effective treatment decisions for liver cancer patients.
What evidence suggests that this trial's decision aid tools could be effective for improving liver cancer care?
Research has shown that tools like the OASIS DA, a training option in this trial, help doctors make better treatment choices for liver cancer. The OASIS DA tool uses advanced technology to match specific details with optimal treatment options, aiming to improve care quality. Studies have found that these tools reduce disagreements in treatment decisions, particularly for cancer. Other research supports that decision aids in apps assist cancer patients by simplifying information and easing decision-making. These tools are designed to facilitate collaboration between doctors and patients, leading to more effective and personalized care.13678
Who Is on the Research Team?
Shari S. Rogal, MD MPH
Principal Investigator
VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System University Drive Division, Pittsburgh, PA
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for veterans who've had recent medical care at a VA center and have liver cirrhosis or related complications, as well as healthcare providers involved in improving care at these centers. It's not for those who've had a liver transplant or currently have active liver cancer.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Training
Sites receive training on either the OASIS decision aid or the current decision aid tool
Intervention
Implementation of the decision aid tools at VA medical centers to improve HCC screening rates
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for effectiveness and maintenance of the intervention
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Current DA Tool training
- OASIS DA training
Trial Overview
Project OASIS is testing a new decision aid tool against the current one to see which better identifies barriers and matches strategies to improve healthcare implementation. This study randomly assigns different VA centers to use either the new or current tool.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Half of the sites will be randomized to receive training on the OASIS decision aid.
Half of the sites will be randomized to receive training on the current decision aid tool.
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
VA Office of Research and Development
Lead Sponsor
VA Palo Alto Health Care System
Collaborator
VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System
Collaborator
VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System
Collaborator
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