Co-designing a recruitment strategy for lung cancer screening in high-risk individuals: protocol for a mixed-methods study

Reilly, Maeve, Ali, Ahmeda, Doyle, Frank, Cotter, Seamus, Heavey, Laura, Brain, Kate ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9296-9748, Rankin, Nicole, Mccutchan, Grace ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8079-2540 and Redmond, Patrick 2023. Co-designing a recruitment strategy for lung cancer screening in high-risk individuals: protocol for a mixed-methods study. HRB Open Research 6 (64) 10.12688/hrbopenres.13793.1

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Abstract

Background Lung cancer is a significant cause of cancer-related mortality globally, with early detection through screening critical to improving patient outcomes. However, recruiting high-risk individuals, particularly in deprived populations, for screening remains a considerable challenge. This study aims to co-design a targeted recruitment strategy for lung cancer screening, tailored to the specific needs and experiences of high-risk individuals, in collaboration with a Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) panel and expert stakeholders in Ireland. Methods We will employ a mixed-methods design guided by the Medical Research Council (MRC) framework for developing complex interventions. Our approach will integrate systematic review findings on screening participation interventions, evaluation of the recruitment strategy's feasibility in an Irish context, and the application of behavioural science frameworks. The target population includes individuals over 55 years, either current smokers or those who quit within the last year, who reside in highly deprived areas. Conclusion This co-designed recruitment strategy will combine evidence-based research, local context understanding, and stakeholder input to develop a solution that is both scientifically robust and tailored to the target population's needs. This patient-centred approach aims to increase the potential for successful implementation of lung cancer screening programs, thereby improving early detection and patient outcomes.

Item Type:	Article
Date Type:	Published Online
Status:	Published
Schools:	Medicine
Publisher:	Taylor and Francis
ISSN:	2515-4826
Date of First Compliant Deposit:	2 September 2024
Date of Acceptance:	13 November 2023
Last Modified:	18 Sep 2024 09:46
URI:	https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/171736

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