A Study of the Quality of Life of Patients who have Hereditary Nonpolyposis Colorectal Cancer
Overview
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Study type
ObservationalDescribes the nature of a clinical study. Types include:
- Observational study — observes people and measures outcomes without affecting results.
- Interventional study (clinical trial) — studies new tests, treatments, drugs, surgical procedures or devices.
- Medical records research — uses historical information collected from medical records of large groups of people to study how diseases progress and which treatments and surgeries work best.
Study IDs
Site IRB
- Rochester, Minnesota: 13-009362
Sponsor Protocol Number: 13-009362
About this study
The purpose of this study is to show the quality of life and bowel function in patients who have been diagnosed with rectal cancer and are known to have Hereditary Nonpolyposis Colorectal Cancer (HNPCC), especially to make comparisons between clinical managements, family history, and health behaviors.
Participation eligibility
Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.
Inclusion Criteria
- Patient has been diagnosed with adenocarcinoma of the rectum
- Patient has been diagnosed with clinical Hereditary Nonpolyposis Colorectal Cancer
- Patient is age 18 or older at the time of consent
- Patient has the mental capacity to provide consent and the ability to complete a questionnaire in English
- Patient is living and has available contact information
Participating Mayo Clinic locations
Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.
| Mayo Clinic Location |
Status |
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Rochester, Minn.
Mayo Clinic principal investigator Eric Dozois, M.D. |
Closed for enrollment |
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Publications
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