Adaptation and qualitative evaluation of encounter decision aids in breast cancer care.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Shared decision-making is currently not widely implemented in breast cancer care. Encounter decision aids support shared decision-making by helping patients and physicians compare treatment options. So far, little was known about adaptation needs for translated encounter decision aids, and encounter decision aids for breast cancer treatments were not available in Germany. This study aimed to adapt and evaluate the implementation of two encounter decision aids on breast cancer treatments in routine care.

Methods

We conducted a multi-phase qualitative study: (1) translation of two breast cancer Option Grid™ decision aids; comparison to national clinical standards; cognitive interviews to test patients' understanding; (2) focus groups to assess acceptability; (3) testin

SUBMITTER: Hahlweg P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6435605 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature