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Fallopian Tube Removal as a Method of Ovarian Cancer Prevention: A Descriptive Study

Completed
Conditions
Ovarian Cancer
Registration Number
NCT01544049
Lead Sponsor
University of Washington
Brief Summary

The purpose of this study is to better understand why women choose to have their fallopian tubes removed as a method for ovarian cancer prevention. This will be done through a paper questionnaire and phone interviews. The investigators hope to gain information that will allow us to better counsel women about ovarian cancer prevention.

Detailed Description

Women will be found eligible for this study after an eligibility questionnaire given over the phone. If one is found eligible, she will be sent a consent and paper survey to fill out and send back to the research coordinator. Once that is completed, she will be given a phone interview in order answer additional questions of interest. Lastly, the study participant will be contacted once a year over the phone to obtain follow-up information.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
Female
Target Recruitment
24
Inclusion Criteria
  • Female of at least 18 years of age
  • Must speak English fluently
  • Have had fallopian tubes removed as a method of ovarian cancer prevention
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Exclusion Criteria
  • Males
  • Females under the age of 18
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Study & Design

Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Study Design
Not specified
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Describe subject experience in undergoing Salpingectomy as a means of riks reductionAt conclusion of study

Subjects will provide information on their reason for choosing salpingectomy and the process they went through in undergoing this procedure

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

University of Washington

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Seattle, Washington, United States

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