Improving patient feedback on shoulder surgery outcomes
Patient Outcomes Collection: How Can we do Better? A Randomized Trial to Determine Factors Which May Affect Patient Compliance.
This study is trying to find better ways to encourage patients who have shoulder surgery to share their recovery experiences so doctors can improve care.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 400 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Rush University Medical Center Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Evanston, Illinois) |
| Trial ID | NCT03653455 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study focuses on enhancing the completion rates of patient-reported outcomes (PROs) for individuals undergoing shoulder arthroscopy for various conditions. The investigators will implement strategies such as email reminders, pre- and post-operative discussions, and incentives to encourage patients to complete their PRO surveys. By addressing the challenges of patient non-compliance, the study aims to improve the quality of data collected, which is crucial for assessing surgical performance and healthcare value. The ultimate goal is to identify effective methods to boost patient engagement in reporting their outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients scheduled for shoulder arthroscopy due to rotator cuff conditions.
Not a fit: Patients under 18 or over 80 years old, those lacking English proficiency, or those with medical histories that prevent surgery will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved quality of care and better surgical outcomes for patients undergoing shoulder surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown variable success in improving PRO compliance rates through similar interventions, indicating that while the approach is not entirely novel, it remains a critical area for exploration.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients scheduled to undergo shoulder arthroscopy for rotator cuff condition (sub-acromial decompression, distal clavicle resection, biceps tenodesis, partial or full thickness rotator cuff tear repair or debridement) will be eligible for enrollment in the appropriate cohort. There will be no restrictions to this enrollment apart from that presented in the exclusions below. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Minors or those over the age of 80 2. Subjects lacking English proficiency to complete the PROs of interest. 3. Past or current medical history that would preclude patients from undergoing surgery.
Where this trial is running
Evanston, Illinois
- Carla M. Edwards — Evanston, Illinois, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Nikhil Verma, MD — Rush University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Carla M. Edwards, PhD
- Email: carla_edwards@rush.edu
- Phone: 312-563-5735
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.