This observational study, called STOP-VTE, is looking at how doctors prevent blood clots (venous thromboembolism or VTE) after surgery for certain cancers. Specifically, it focuses on patients with cancer of the digestive system, female reproductive system, or genitourinary system. Researchers want to understand how often surgeons in the NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) network follow guidelines for extended blood clot prevention after abdominopelvic cancer surgery. The study will survey surgeons and advanced practice providers (APPs) about their practices and also look at factors that might influence these practices. The goal is to see if current guidelines are being used and to identify any challenges or helpful tools for preventing blood clots.

Study design

This is an observational study aiming to enroll 500 participants. It involves surveys and interviews with surgeons and surgical advanced practice providers.

What's involved

If you are a surgeon or surgical APP, you would complete a survey. Some participants may also be asked to do semi-structured interviews.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

The primary endpoint, evaluating self-reported utilization of blood clot prevention, is measured after one year from the start of Part 1.

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