Insights on Health Information for Older Adults
Understanding the Preferences and Views of Older Adults on the Use of Geriatric and Objective Functional Assessments for Cancer Treatment Planning.
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Care Delivery
Geriatrics
Geriatric Assessment
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 65 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Supportive Care
- Participants needed
- 100 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Fox Chase Cancer Center · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for older adults aged 65 and above. Participants will share their experiences with health assessments and how it affects their treatment decisions.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am 65 years old or older
- I started a new qualifying treatment in the last 30 days
- I am being considered for a new qualifying treatment
You may not be able to join if
- I do not have the capacity to consent to study procedures
- I cannot complete questionnaires in English
- I use an activity tracker daily
- I am enrolled in another study where physical activity is a major focus
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
This Interventional clinical study aims to explore how receiving information about their health and physical abilities affects the treatment decisions of older adults. The study will look at whether sharing detailed assessments of their health and functional status helps older adults better understand their condition and make informed decisions about their care.
The main question it aims to answe…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Age ≥ 65
At the time of study screening either:
* Started a new qualifying index regimen within the last 30 days (inclusive)
* Are being considered for a new qualifying index regimen
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patients will be excluded if they
* Do not have the capacity to c…
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