A risk prediction tool for colorectal cancer screening: a qualitative study of patient and provider facilitators and barriers.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite proven effectiveness of colorectal cancer (CRC) screening, at least 35% of screen-eligible adults are not current with screening. Decision aids and risk prediction tools may help increase uptake, adherence, and efficiency of CRC screening by presenting lower-risk patients with options less invasive than colonoscopy. The purpose of this qualitative study was to determine patient and provider perceptions of facilitators and barriers to use of a risk prediction tool for advanced colorectal neoplasia (CRC and advanced, precancerous polyps), to maximize its chances of successful clinical implementation.

Methods

We conducted qualitative, semi-structured interviews with patients aged 50-75 years who were not current with CRC screening, and primary care providers

SUBMITTER: Matthias MS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7045431 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature