Immunotherapy for Cancer
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial examines whether the SALSA tool can detect cognitive side effects from immunotherapy earlier than usual methods. It focuses on individuals preparing to start CAR-T therapy, a cancer treatment. Researchers will monitor participants' stress, mood, language, and speech for changes. Those planning to undergo CAR-T therapy for cancer and fluent in English might be suitable candidates. As an unphased trial, this study offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative research that could enhance early detection of cognitive side effects in cancer treatments.
Do I have to stop taking my current medications for the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the SALSA approach for cancer treatment because it offers a novel way to understand the psychological and emotional factors influencing patient health. Unlike traditional cancer treatments that primarily focus on targeting cancer cells through chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery, SALSA examines stress, affect, and language patterns, which could provide insights into how these factors impact treatment outcomes. By analyzing speech and emotional responses, researchers hope to uncover new ways to tailor personalized therapies and improve overall patient care. This method could pave the way for integrating psychological assessments into standard cancer care, potentially enhancing the effectiveness of existing treatments.
Who Is on the Research Team?
Veronika Bachanova
Principal Investigator
University of Minnesota Masonic Cancer Center
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Observational
Patients complete SALSA and ICE assessments and have their medical records reviewed
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Stress, Affect, Language and Speech Analysis (SALSA)
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Patients complete SALSA assessment and ICE assessments on study. Patients also have their medical records reviewed on study.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota
Lead Sponsor
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Collaborator
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