A simple tool may help thyroid cancer patients avoid treatment regret
NCT ID NCT06411834
First seen Jul 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Summary
Many people with small thyroid cancers can choose between a less extensive surgery (lobectomy) or a more extensive one (total thyroidectomy), yet some pick the riskier option without clear reason. This study tests whether an electronic decision navigation tool — one that highlights a patient's own values and priorities — can help them make a choice they feel good about. Researchers will first interview patients to understand what drives their decisions, then build and pilot the tool in a small trial.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- A decision navigation tool — an electronic form that helps patients weigh factors influencing their thyroid cancer treatment choice
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this tool could help thyroid cancer patients feel more satisfied with their treatment choice and reduce regret.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small pilot study, so results may not apply broadly. The tool may not change decisions or improve satisfaction as hoped.
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