A Study to Evaluate the Views of Patients Interested in Regenerative and Stem Cell Interventions (RSCIs)

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to engage a cohort of patients who are avid information seekers about stem cells to assess their beliefs, online information sources and their credibility, and views on the credibility and persuasiveness of advertisements and warning messages available on the internet; we will use this data along with health behavior theories to develop communication messages aimed at inoculating patients against misinformation, correcting misconceptions, and providing evidence-based information about stem cell procedures.

 

 

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:

  • Adults 18+.
  • Have contacted the Regenerative Medicine Consult Service Participation on desire for information about Regenerative and Stem Cell Interventions (RSCIs).
  • Mayo Clinic patients belonging to racial/ethnic minorities, identified by the i2b2 database.

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Individuals under 18 years of age.

 

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 Contact

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Xuan Zhu, Ph.D., M.S.

Closed for enrollment

Contact information:

Zubin Master Ph.D.

(507) 266-1105

Master.Zubin@mayo.edu

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Publications

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CLS-20516023

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