Hormonal Replacement Therapy for Breast Cancer Survivors: A Decision Analysis
Abstract
The goals of this project are to develop a computerized decision analysis model concerning the risks and benefits of hormone replacement therapy for breast cancer survivors. During the first year, we updated our literature search and review and found numerous studies relevant to our question. We developed a pilot instrument to measure patient preferences, but found that this did not provide useful information. We began construction of two alternative decision analysis models. During the second year we continued development of the models. Because of the complexities of developing valid instruments for measuring patient preferences (utilities), we rearranged our budget to permit us to obtain the consultative services of Dr. Albert Wu of John Hopkins University, an authority on measurement of quality of life, and colleagues.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 1999
- Accession Number
- ADA389207
Entities
People
- Henry S. Sacks
Organizations
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai