Strategies for Optimizing a Mailed FIT Program in Appalachia
Summary
The proposed study is examining strategies for optimizing mailed fecal immunochemical test (FIT) programs. In doing so, it will assess the efficacy of two promising strategies, FIT kit materials and patient navigation delivery mode. These strategies may help to improve colorectal cancer screening rates.
Detailed description
PRIMARY OBJECTIVES: Determine the efficacy of two strategies for increasing colorectal cancer screening. OUTLINE: Participants are randomized to 1 of 4 groups. GROUP I: Participants receive a standard FIT kit plus telephone patient navigation. GROUP II: Participants receive a standard FIT kit plus text message patient navigation. GROUP III: Participants receive an enhanced FIT kit plus telephone patient navigation. GROUP IV: Participants receive an enhanced FIT kit plus text message patient navigation.
Arms & interventions
- BehavioralStandard FIT kit
Receive a standard FIT kit
- BehavioralEnhanced FIT kit
Receive a enhanced FIT kit that includes a video brochure, disposable gloves, and a disposable stool collection device
- BehavioralTelephone patient navigation
Receive telephone-based patient navigation
- BehavioralText message patient navigation
Receive text message-based patient navigation
Outcome measures
Primary
FIT Return
Proportion of participants who return of a completed FIT kit
Time frame: Within 8 weeks of FIT kit distribution
Eligibility criteria
Study locations (1)
Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center
Columbus, Ohio, 43210