Understanding Access Barriers to Lung Cancer Screening in Rural Populations
Study Details
Study Description
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to research patient preferences for lung cancer screening and pilot mobile units to address the barrier of access that decreases participation in lung cancer screening.
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Detailed Description
The overarching goal of this study is to research patient preferences for lung cancer screening and pilot mobile units to address the barrier of access that decreases participation in lung cancer screening. To facilitate this, the investigators will evaluate the feasibility of mobile lung cancer screening clinics to improve access through focus group study in designated rural areas of New Hampshire and Vermont, canvas and survey these areas to confirm need, and pilot the mobile lung cancer screening clinic to establish practicability. Findings from the proposed project will be used as preliminary data to apply for further funding and to implement the mobile unit in these identified rural communities on a consistent basis.
Study Design
Arms and Interventions
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| Aim 1: Focus Groups Focus groups will be conducted in 2 New Hampshire and 2 Vermont towns to better understand patient knowledge, attitudes, and preferences regarding access to lung cancer screening. |
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| Aim 2: Cross Sectional Survey Based on focus group feedback, the investigators will visit each proposed site to survey on 2 separate dates to confirm days and times of high traffic. The investigators will also survey patrons at the proposed locations to further determine prospective patient mobile screening preferences and evaluate willingness to participate in screening. |
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| Aim 3: Survey with follow up data The investigators will pilot mobile lung cancer screening clinics at each chosen location using the knowledge acquired from focus group experience and local patient survey. Surveys will be conducted at these clinics, and patients will be followed for up to 5 years. |
Outcome Measures
Primary Outcome Measures
- Recruitment [6 months after starting the mobile lung cancer screening units (Aim 3)]
Number of individuals recruited to the mobile lung cancer screening units
Secondary Outcome Measures
- Change in knowledge [6 months after starting the mobile lung cancer screening units (Aim 3)]
Change in knowledge before and after entering the mobile lung cancer screening, as determined by the pre and post survey
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
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Adults age 50 to 80 years old
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20 pack-year smoking history who are currently smoking or have quit smoking within the last 15 years
Exclusion Criteria:
Contacts and Locations
Locations
| Site | City | State | Country | Postal Code | |
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| 1 | Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center | Lebanon | Ohio | United States | 03755 |
Sponsors and Collaborators
- Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Investigators
- Principal Investigator: Rian Hasson, MD, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Study Documents (Full-Text)
None provided.More Information
Publications
- D21031