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At a Glance
Age
60 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Supportive Care
Participants needed
1,020 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Rochester · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for older adults with a new diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who have not started treatment yet. Participants will receive an intervention to help them make decisions about their health care.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
I am at least 60 years old.
I have a new diagnosis of AML.
I have not started cancer treatment yet.
I can speak English or Spanish.
I am able to participate even without a caregiver.
My oncologist is enrolled in this study.
You may not be able to join if
I have acute promyelocytic leukemia.
I have psychiatric or cognitive issues that affect my consent.
I have received treatment for AML in the past.
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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This is a multicenter randomized controlled trial that assesses the efficacy of a decisional intervention \[University of Rochester-Geriatric Oncology assessment for Acute myeloid Leukemia (UR-GOAL)\] compared to an attention control.
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Eligibility Criteria
Patients
Inclusion criteria:
* Age ≥60 years (from date of consent, confirmed on electronic medical records)
* A new diagnosis of AML
* Diagnosis can be based on the International Consensus Classification or World Health Organization
* Myeloid sarcoma is allowed
* AML with central nervous s…
Patients
Inclusion criteria:
* Age ≥60 years (from date of consent, confirmed on electronic medical records)
* A new diagnosis of AML
* Diagnosis can be based on the International Consensus Classification or World Health Organization
* Myeloid sarcoma is allowed
* AML with central nervous system involvement is allowed
* Cancer-directed treatment has not started
* Treatment to temporarily decrease white blood cells is acceptable; these may include hydroxyurea, leukapheresis, or cytarabine
* Intrathecal chemotherapy is acceptable
* The patient's oncologist has been or will be enrolled on the study
* English or Spanish-speaking
* Patients without a caregiver will still be eligible to participate in the study Exclusion criteria
* A diagnosis of acute promyelocytic leukemia
* Patients with psychiatric or cognitive conditions which the treating oncologist believes prohibits informed consent or compliance with study procedures
* Prior cancer-directed treatment for AML
Caregivers
Inclusion criteria:
* Selected by the patient when asked if there is a "family member, partner, friend or caregiver \[age 18 or older\] with whom you discuss or who can be helpful in healthrelated matters."
* Caregiver may be paid/professional or informal caregiver
* Able to provide informed consent
* English or Spanish-speaking
Oncologists
Inclusion criteria:
• Oncologists caring for patients with AML Exclusion criteria
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