Genomic risk assessment in screening pathways for abdominal aortic aneurysms
Abdominal aortic aneurysm population screening
This study is a qualitative study split into two distinct work packages. All packages are to be undertaken in the community, coordinated by the University of Leicester. GPs in Leicestershire will be used as a Participant Identification Centre (PIC) site to identify participants to invite, and adverts on social media will offer opportunities for nationwide participation. This project is taking place in Leicestershire, which offers a diverse population in both ethnicity and socio-demographic status, and the population in Leicester city and the surrounding areas of the county are very different. Therefore, a purposive sampling approach through a geographical area has been selected to ensure the best representation of the research topic and help generate rich data. It is estimated that a sample of around 20-25 participants will ensure a representative sample of the population, but recruitment and interviews will continue until thematic saturation and information power across multiple ethnic groups. The research team will also be using adverts on social media to invite men nationally to express interest in participating. Expression of interest can be made through an online form, email or phone. Initial recruitment will begin in work package one, and participants will be invited to take part as described above. Following a participant’s expression of interest, an eligibility call will be arranged to provide further information about the study and to check their suitability to take part in the study. A pre-screening eligibility check will be conducted via telephone to check the following eligibility criteria: - Men aged 60 – 70 years - Able to provide informed consent - Speak and understand the English language Where pre-screening eligibility is confirmed, the participant will be invited to continue with the study. Work Package One Once consent has been obtained, participants partaking in WP1 will take part in a semi-structured interview lasting 45- 60 minutes conduc
1. Men aged 60 – 70 years 2. Able to provide informed consent 3. Speak and understand the English language
Unable to speak or understand the English language