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Lisa_BCNA
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7 years ago

Research opportunity

Hi all,

I wanted to let you know about a research project you may be interested in.

Researchers at the University of Melbourne and Birmingham are inviting you to participate in a study looking different treatment choices for low risk ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS).

Please note: You do NOT have to have had a diagnosis of DCIS to participate in the research study.

Who can take part?
You can participate in this study if you:
  • Are over the age of 18 years
  • Are comfortable reading and writing in English
  • Have OR have not been diagnosed with breast cancer (the research team is interested in seeing what people diagnosed with breast cancer think and what people who have never had a breast cancer diagnosis think).

What does the study involve?
The researchers are inviting you to attend a short, face-to-face interview at the University of Melbourne or a convenient local venue. The session should take no more than 60 minutes and refreshments will be provided.

During the interview, you will be asked to fill in a questionnaire describing a number of imaginary scenarios relating to possible treatments for DCIS, such as surgery, radiotherapy or active monitoring (e.g. having regular scans, such as yearly mammograms). For each if the imaginary scenarios, the researchers will ask how you might decide what treatment(s) to have.

The aim of the research is to help women make better informed choices about treating DCIS in the future by exploring how different treatments might impact upon quality of life.

How do I find out more about the project?
If you would like to participate or would like more information about the project, please contact Hannah Bromley (Doctoral Research student) at the University of Melbourne by emailing hbromley@student.unimelb.edu.au.

For more information, please also read the Participant Information Statement.