Patient perspectives on window of opportunity clinical trials in early-stage breast cancer.
Divya A ParikhLisa KodySusie BrainDiane HeditsianVivian LeeChristina CurtisMardi R KarinIrene L WapnirManali I PatelGeorge W SledgeJennifer L Caswell-JinPublished in: Breast cancer research and treatment (2022)
In this qualitative study, interviewees weighed altruism and hypothetical personal benefit against the possibility of side effect from a WOT. In-person family presence during trial discussion, challenging during COVID-19, was important for many. Our results may inform trial design and communication approaches in future window of opportunity efforts.