RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT05470920

Genetic Testing Decision Aid

Randomized, Controlled Trial of an Electronic Decision Aid for Genetic Testing in Inherited Cancer Syndromes


Sponsor

Massachusetts General Hospital

Enrollment

350 participants

Start Date

Oct 14, 2022

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

This is a randomized trial to evaluate the effectiveness of an electronic decision aid tool versus a traditional genetic counselor session for multi-gene panel testing for people with ovarian or pancreatic cancer


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing a decision-making tool to help patients with ovarian cancer or pancreatic cancer decide whether to pursue genetic testing — which can identify inherited gene mutations that may affect treatment choices and family risk. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 18 years or older - You have been diagnosed with ovarian cancer (malignant epithelial type) or pancreatic cancer (adenocarcinoma) - You are being seen at Massachusetts General Hospital or Boston Medical Center - You have not previously had germline genetic testing **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have already had germline genetic testing for hereditary cancer genes - You have a history of hereditary pancreatitis - You are unable or unwilling to provide informed consent or complete the study surveys Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALElectronic Decision Aid

Decision aid followed by an appointment with an oncologist. Will complete surveys/questionnaires

BEHAVIORALPre-Test Genetic Counseling

Receive pretest counseling with a genetic counselor. Will complete surveys/questionnaires


Locations(2)

Massachusetts General Hospital

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Mass General at North Shore Cancer Center

Danvers, Massachusetts, United States

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