RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07106359

Initial Testing of a Behavioral Intervention About Genetic Services for Families at Risk of Lynch Syndrome

A Randomized Controlled Pilot Trial of a Behavioral Intervention to Increase Uptake of Genetic Services Among Relatives at Risk of Lynch Syndrome

Sponsor

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Enrollment

185 participants

Start Date

Sep 15, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Colorectal, Cancer Lynch Syndrome Uterine Cancer Decision Making Cancer Prevention Cascade Testing

Summary

The purpose of the study is to see if our education materials help people at risk for Lynch syndrome decide about seeking genetic services. Untested relatives of patients with Lynch syndrome will be recruited to complete a baseline survey and will be randomized to receive either the an information letter or an information letter plus a booklet. Two follow-up surveys will be administered over the span of 6 months. Participants will also be invited to join an optional exit interview to provide feedback.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying a behavioral approach called Information Letter and a behavioral approach called Information Letter and Booklet for people with cancer prevention, cascade testing, and other related conditions. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 18 Years and older.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALInformation Letter and Booklet

an information letter with a booklet for at-risk families highlighting implications of family history, testing considerations, steps for genetic testing, and potential costs.

BEHAVIORALInformation Letter

an information letter with basic information about LS and implications of counseling and testing of LS, and a few websites for more information and locating genetic counselors.