BACKGROUND: Despite breakthroughs in experimental cancer treatment, relatively few patients participate in cancer clinical treatment trials (CCTTs). Primary care providers (PCPs) have a strong influence on patients' decisions to participate in a CCTT. METHODS: To determine factors that influence PCP referral of patients to CCTTs, we conducted a descriptive survey of 571 Michigan PCPs. RESULTS: Attendance at CCTT educational sessions consistently predicted referral. Provider attitudes regarding CCTT perceived knowledge, access, and comfort with responsibilities when patients were in a CCTT also predicted referral. CONCLUSIONS: Findings support allocating funds to provide CCTT education to PCPs to increase numbers of patients willing to participate in CCTTs.
BACKGROUND: Despite breakthroughs in experimental cancer treatment, relatively few patients participate in cancer clinical treatment trials (CCTTs). Primary care providers (PCPs) have a strong influence on patients' decisions to participate in a CCTT. METHODS: To determine factors that influence PCP referral of patients to CCTTs, we conducted a descriptive survey of 571 Michigan PCPs. RESULTS: Attendance at CCTT educational sessions consistently predicted referral. Provider attitudes regarding CCTT perceived knowledge, access, and comfort with responsibilities when patients were in a CCTT also predicted referral. CONCLUSIONS: Findings support allocating funds to provide CCTT education to PCPs to increase numbers of patients willing to participate in CCTTs.
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