Decision support tools for low-dose CT lung cancer screening: A scoping review of information content, format, and presentation methods

Jallow, M. et al. (2022) Decision support tools for low-dose CT lung cancer screening: A scoping review of information content, format, and presentation methods. Chest, 162(4), pp. 930-941. (doi: 10.1016/j.chest.2021.12.638) (PMID:34922933) (PMCID:PMC9562440)

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Abstract

Several countries mandate informed or shared decision-making for low-dose CT (LDCT) lung cancer screening, but knowledge is limited about the type of information and presentation techniques used to support decision-making in practice. This review aimed to characterize the content, format, mode, and presentation methods of decision support tools (DSTs) for LDCT lung cancer screening. DSTs reported within peer-reviewed articles (January 2000-April 2021) were identified systematically from PubMed, PsycInfo, EMBASE, and CINAHL Plus. Inclusion criteria revolved around the development or evaluation of a resource or tool intended to support individual or shared decision-making for LDCT lung cancer screening. The data-charting and extraction framework was based on the International Patient Decision Aids Standards instrument and Template for Intervention Description and Reporting. Extracted data were organized within two categories: (1) study characteristics and context, format, and mode of DST use and (2) DST content and presentation methods. This review identified 22 DSTs in paper, video, or electronic formats across 26 articles. Most DSTs (n = 13) focused on knowledge exchange, whereas seven used interactive techniques to support values clarification (eg, Likert scales) and nine DSTs guided deliberation (eg, suggested discussion topics). The DSTs addressed similar topics, but the detail, quantification of probability, and presentation methods varied considerably. None described all the potential screening harms and results. The heterogeneity in DST design may affect the quality of decision-making, particularly for participants with lower literacy and numeracy. Evidence-based consensus guidelines for DST content and presentation methods should be developed collaboratively with screening-eligible adults.

Item Type:Articles
Additional Information:This study was funded by Cancer Research UK [Grant C50664/A30770]. S. L. Q. is supported by a Cancer Research UK fellowship [Grant C50664/A24460] and Barts Charity [Grant MRCU0036].
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Kurtidu, Clara
Authors: Jallow, M., Bonfield, S., Kurtidu, C., Baldwin, D. R., Black, G., Brain, K. E., Donnelly, M., Janes, S. M., McCutchan, G., Robb, K. A., Ruparel, M., Van Os, S., and Quaife, S. L.
College/School:College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Life Sciences
Journal Name:Chest
Publisher:Elsevier
ISSN:0012-3692
ISSN (Online):1931-3543
Published Online:31 October 2022

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