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New treatment option for Lung Cancer
Official title Centralized Screening Unit (CSU) at Montefiore-Einstein
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06284408
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study proposes to increase Lung-cancer screening (LCS) in the Bronx, New York. Despite strong evidence that Lung-cancer screening (LCS) can reduce Lung cancer (LCa) deaths, low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) referral rates by clinicians are very low and there is poor adherence with LCS by patients.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 50 to 77. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Clinic level:
- a NYC RING affiliated clinic,
- Opt into and agree to research protocol; Patient level:
- Age 50-77 for participants,
- past or current smoker,
You likely can't join if
- Clinic level:
- only treats pediatric patients,
- Opt out of research protocol; Patient level:
- Primary care provider instruction to not contact an individual for any reason. Any individual inadvertently contacted who does not meet these...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Clinic level:
- a NYC RING affiliated clinic,
- Opt into and agree to research protocol; Patient level:
- Age 50-77 for participants,
- past or current smoker,
- 20+ pack-years tobacco,
- has quit smoking within the last 15 years,
- without chest CT within the past 12 months, and,
- no history of lung cancer or and at least 5 years since the diagnosis of any other malignancy
- Clinic level:
- only treats pediatric patients,
- Opt out of research protocol; Patient level:
- Primary care provider instruction to not contact an individual for any reason. Any individual inadvertently contacted who does not meet these criteria will be excluded from the study.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- The Bronx, New York, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 50 years to 77 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include The Bronx, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.