Journal of general internal medicine
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Randomized Controlled Trial Clinical Trial
Does informed consent alter elderly patients' preferences for colorectal cancer screening? Results of a randomized trial.
To assess the impact of informed consent on elderly patients' colorectal cancer (CRC) screening preferences. ⋯ Elderly patients appeared to understand CRC screening information and use it to gauge the efficacy of screening, but provision of information had no impact on their preferences for screening. In view of the large proportion who preferred not to be screened, we conclude that elderly patients should be involved in the screening decision. However, factors other than provision of information must determine their CRC screening preferences.