Evaluating quality of life and social support for spinal cancer patients
Assessment of Quality of Life and Independence, as Well as Received Social Support in Patients Before and After Surgery for Spinal Cancer
This study looks at how surgery affects the quality of life and social support for people with spinal cancer, focusing on different types of tumors and their impact on patients' experiences.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Andrzej Frycz Modrzewski Krakow University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Krakow, Lesserpoland) |
| Trial ID | NCT06395831 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study assesses the quality of life and independence of patients diagnosed with benign and malignant spinal cancers before and after surgical intervention. It aims to determine how these factors are influenced by tumor size, type, malignancy, and location. Additionally, the study evaluates the perceived social support from significant others, family, and friends, providing a multidimensional view of the patients' experiences during their treatment journey.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals clinically diagnosed with spinal cancer who are scheduled for surgery.
Not a fit: Patients with inflammatory or disc diseases of the spinal column will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of the factors affecting quality of life and independence in spinal cancer patients, leading to improved patient care and support strategies.
How similar studies have performed: While similar studies have explored quality of life in cancer patients, this specific focus on spinal cancer and the multidimensional assessment of social support is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion criteria for the study: -clinical diagnosis of spinal cancer Study exclusion criteria: -inflammatory and disc disease of the spinal column
Where this trial is running
Krakow, Lesserpoland
- St. Raphael's Hospital — Krakow, Lesserpoland, Poland (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Edyta Laska
- Email: elaska@afm.edu.pl
- Phone: +48692430150
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.