Digital psychosocial support for patients with advanced lung cancer
Stepped and Early Psychosocial Care in Advanced Lung Cancer Through E-health
This study is testing a new online support program for people with advanced lung cancer to see if it helps them feel better compared to regular care.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 152 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Institut Català d'Oncologia Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (L'Hospitalet De Llobregat, Catalunya) |
| Trial ID | NCT05497973 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to evaluate the effectiveness and cost-utility of a digital ecosystem designed to provide psychosocial care for patients diagnosed with advanced lung cancer. It compares this eHealth intervention with standard care to assess improvements in psychosocial indicators during the first year following diagnosis. The study addresses the need for timely and accessible support for patients facing the challenges of living with advanced cancer, integrating both physical and psychological care. The research is conducted by a specialized cancer care center and includes a comparative economic analysis.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older with a diagnosis of advanced lung cancer (stages III-IV) who have internet access and can read and write in Spanish.
Not a fit: Patients currently experiencing major depressive episodes, self-harm risks, active psychotic symptoms, or substance abuse may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance the quality of life for patients with advanced lung cancer by providing timely psychosocial support.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes with integrated psychosocial care in palliative settings, supporting the potential success of this novel eHealth approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Being adult (≥18 years) * LC diagnosis in advanced stages -III-IV * Access to internet and user-level experience * Reading and writing skills in Spanish Exclusion Criteria: * Current major depressive episode * Risk of self-harm * Active psychotic symptoms * Substance abuse
Where this trial is running
L'Hospitalet De Llobregat, Catalunya
- Institut Català d'Oncologia — L'Hospitalet De Llobregat, Catalunya, Spain (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Cristian Ochoa, PhD — Institut Català d'Oncologia
- Study coordinator: Maria Serra Blasco, PhD
- Email: mariaserrab@iconcologia.net
- Phone: +34 932607800
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.