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New calculator could help doctors predict breast cancer survival

NCT ID NCT05440929

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study asks 15 doctors, nurses, and physician assistants about a new computer tool that estimates how long patients with metastatic breast cancer might live. The goal is to see if the tool is easy to use and helpful for discussing end-of-life care. Researchers will interview clinicians to find out what makes the tool work well or get in the way.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this tool could help doctors give more accurate survival estimates to patients with metastatic breast cancer, improving care planning.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early-stage study with only 15 clinicians. The tool may not be widely adopted or may not improve patient outcomes.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Participants

About 15 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Jul 2022

Expected to finish

Aug 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Clinician participants will include physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and nurse navigators. Participants will be recruited from the UNC Medical Center breast oncology group as well as other practices identified by the Principal Investigator based on existing professional networks (referring physicians, other UNC oncology entities, collaborative groups).

Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Verbal informed consent obtained to participate in the study. 2. Subject is willing and able to comply with study procedures based on the judgement of the investigator or protocol designee. 3. Physician, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or nurse navigator 4. At least 6 months of experience in the clinical care of patients with metastatic breast cancer in the United States. Exclusion Criteria: * Non-English Speaking

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

breast carcinoma breast neoplasm Death

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

End of life Metastatic breast cancer

How to take part

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  2. The official record

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of North Carolina

    RECRUITING

    Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27599, United States

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