The development of a web- and a print-based decision aid for prostate cancer screening.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Whether early detection and treatment of prostate cancer (PCa) will reduce disease-related mortality remains uncertain. As a result, tools are needed to facilitate informed decision making. While there have been several decision aids (DAs) developed and tested, very few have included an exercise to help men clarify their values and preferences about PCa screening. Further, only one DA has utilized an interactive web-based format, which allows for an expansion and customization of the material. We describe the development of two DAs, a booklet and an interactive website, each with a values clarification component and designed for use in diverse settings.

Methods

We conducted two feasibility studies to assess men's (45-70 years) Internet access and their willingness

SUBMITTER: Dorfman CS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC2845091 | biostudies-literature | 2010 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature