Abstract B095: Factors associated with adolescent and young adult cancer clinical trial enrollment at a minority underserved NCI community oncology research program
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Key Points
Hispanics demonstrated the highest rates of cancer clinical trial enrollment at 9%, indicating improved outreach efforts.
Patients with hematologic cancers had greater odds of enrollment (OR=1.7), while public insurance was linked to lower odds (OR=0.7).
Logistic regression analyses adjusted for demographics revealed disparities in clinical trial access based on ethnicity and cancer type.
Continued efforts to identify barriers to enrollment are essential for improving participation among adolescents and young adults in clinical trials.
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Implication
This observational analysis highlights disparities in cancer clinical trial enrollment among underserved AYAs, suggesting potential systemic barriers.