Study of Economic Circumstances, Service Utilization, and Service Needs Among Older Colon Cancer Patients
| Status: | Completed |
|---|---|
| Conditions: | Colorectal Cancer, Cancer |
| Therapuetic Areas: | Oncology |
| Healthy: | No |
| Age Range: | 65 - Any |
| Updated: | 8/11/2016 |
| Start Date: | October 2008 |
| End Date: | August 2016 |
A Study of Economic Circumstances, Service Utilization, and Service Needs Among Older Colon Cancer Patients
The purpose of this study is to learn more about the social and financial impact of colon
cancer for older patients. We want to know how cancer has affected the patient financially
and socially, and to know if the patient has resource needs that have gone unmet. By doing
this study, we hope to learn about resources that can reduce the financial burden from
cancer.
cancer for older patients. We want to know how cancer has affected the patient financially
and socially, and to know if the patient has resource needs that have gone unmet. By doing
this study, we hope to learn about resources that can reduce the financial burden from
cancer.
Inclusion Criteria:
- 65 years or older
- Newly diagnosed stage II-III colon cancer
- Receiving chemotherapy and at least 4-6 months into chemotherapy treatment, or have
received chemotherapy and no more than 7 months post-treatment
- Sufficient cognitive capacity as determined by investigator or consenting
professional
- Able to speak English or Spanish
- Able to provide informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
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