Educational program for bladder cancer patients undergoing surgery
Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment Utilization for Bladder Cancer Patients Undergoing Radical Cystectomy: A Randomized Controlled Trial
This study is testing an educational program with videos for bladder cancer patients having surgery to see if it helps them manage side effects better, either on its own or with extra support from geriatric services.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 85 (estimated) |
| Ages | 65 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Chicago Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | chemotherapy |
| Locations | 1 site (Chicago, Illinois) |
| Trial ID | NCT06427824 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study provides an educational program for individuals with bladder cancer who are scheduled to undergo radical cystectomy. Participants will watch videos that teach strategies to minimize negative side effects related to surgery, such as mobility issues and medication management. They will also complete questionnaires to assess the effectiveness of the educational content and their application of learned strategies. Participants will be randomly assigned to either receive the educational videos alone or in combination with geriatric services and follow-up visits after surgery.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 65 and older who are undergoing radical cystectomy for bladder cancer.
Not a fit: Patients undergoing radical cystectomy for non-cancerous reasons or for cancers other than bladder cancer will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve the quality of life and recovery outcomes for bladder cancer patients undergoing surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with educational interventions in surgical settings, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria * Participants capable of giving consent * Participants undergoing radical cystectomy (both for curative and palliative intent) for bladder cancer diagnosed by tissue pathology with urinary diversion at the University of Chicago * Participants undergoing neoadjuvant chemotherapy will be included * Participants will be included regardless of gender, race or ethnicity * Participants greater than or equal to 65 years of age Exclusion Criteria * Radical cystectomy for non-oncologic indications * Palliative cystectomy for cancers other than bladder cancer (i.e. prostate, rectal, cervical)
Where this trial is running
Chicago, Illinois
- University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center — Chicago, Illinois, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Piyush Agarwal — University of Chicago
- Study coordinator: Piyush K Agarwal, MD
- Email: cancerclinicaltrials@bsd.uchicago.edu
- Phone: 773-702-3080
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.