Navigator-Assisted Hypofractionation (NAVAH) on Radiation Therapy Completion in Breast Cancer and Prostate Cancer

Clinicaltrials.gov ID: NCT07014618
db-list-check Status RECRUITING
b-loader Phase
b-people Age ≥ 18 Years
b-bullseye-arrow Enrollments 420

Conditions

Breast Cancer, Prostate Cancer

Summary

The purpose of this clinical trial is to evaluate radiation therapy (RT) completion rates among underrepresented cancer populations using qualitative measurements. Additionally, the study aims to assess the impact of patient navigators on supporting patients through their radiation care, as well as their influence on adherence to standard of care treatment modalities.

Detailed Description

The study aims to utilize qualitative measurements, including pre- and post-treatment breast and prostate cancer surveys tailored to specific ethnic groups-Native American, African American, and Hispanic/Latino populations. In addition to these culturally relevant surveys, participants will also complete the COST-Functional Assessment of Chronic Illness Therapy (COST-FACT) score to evaluate the financial and functional impact of their cancer care experience.

Those who choose to complete the surveys will be offered navigation assistance as part of the study intervention.

Locations

1 location Found with status Recruiting

Status

  • RECRUITING

Contact Person

Principal Investigator

  • Shearwood McClelland III, MD

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria:

* Subjects must have histologically or cytologically confirmed Breast or Prostate Cancer.
* Subjects must be 18 years of age or older. This study requires informed consent by the subject.
* Subjects must be of African American race, Native American race, or Hispanic ethnicity.
* Subjects scheduled to undergo RT for Cancer Treatment.
* Subjects must have the ability to understand and the willingness to sign a written informed consent document.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Subjects NOT of African American race, Native American race or Hispanic ethnicity.
* Subjects WITHOUT histologically/cytologically confirmed Breast or Prostate Cancer.
* Subjects younger than 18 years old.

Study Plan

Consented to Study

Participants in this study may provide consent in one of three ways. Consent to participate automatically includes authorization for chart review. The most comprehensive level of consent includes participation in both pre- and post-treatment surveys and receipt of navigation services as part of the study's support interventions. Another level includes consent for chart review and survey completion but a declination of navigation services. Lastly, some participants consent only to chart review and decline participation in the surveys, which automatically excludes them from receiving navigation services.

  • OTHER:

    Pre & Post Surveys

    Description:

    As part of this intervention, patients will complete a pre-treatment questionnaire at the time of consent, which can be administered in person, over the phone, or through the mHealth mobile app, based on their preference. One month after treatment, patients will complete a post-treatment questionnaire using their chosen method. At the six-month mark, patients will complete an additional post-treatment questionnaire along with the COST-Functional Assessment of Chronic Illness Therapy (COST-FACT) survey.
  • OTHER:

    Opt Out of Questionnaire

    Description:

    As part of this intervention, patients declined to participate in the optional questionnaire. However, their data will still be collected through chart review and will be compared to the data of patients who accepted both the questionnaire and navigation services.

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcome Measures

Number of Patients Who Complete Radiation Therapy

Time Frame: 6 months

Secondary Outcome Measures

Number of Patients Successfully Impacted by Patient Navigation on Radiation Therapy

Time Frame: 6 Months

Investigate The Differences in Financial Toxicity Levels

Time Frame: 6 Months

Timeline

  • Last Updated
    November 18, 2025
  • Start Date
    June 11, 2025
  • Today
    December 19, 2025
  • Completion Date ( Estimated )
    October 1, 2030

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