Improving patient instructions for first-time radiotherapy
Official title: Modernizing Instructions to Improve Treatment Participation of Subjects During Their First Radiotherapy
Run by University of Florida · NCT06246409 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing whether clearer instructions for first-time radiotherapy patients can help them feel more comfortable and involved in their treatment.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 99 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 650 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Florida Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Gainesville, Florida) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | December 24, 2024 |
| Main results expected | December 2026 |
| Study ends | December 2026 |
| Registry record updated | March 4, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06246409 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who are preparing for their first external beam radiotherapy.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who have previously received external beam radiotherapy or those undergoing inpatient treatment may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study focuses on enhancing the clarity and specificity of patient instruction materials for individuals undergoing their first external beam radiotherapy. By modernizing these instructions, the research aims to assess whether improved communication can lead to better patient decision-making and increased emotional comfort during treatment. The study will compare the effects of the new instructional materials against existing ones to determine their impact on patient participation. The ultimate goal is to ensure that patients are better prepared and more engaged in their treatment process.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved patient participation and comfort during radiotherapy, potentially enhancing treatment outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: While there is limited literature on this specific approach, similar studies have shown that improved patient communication can enhance treatment participation and outcomes.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients ≥ 18 years old planning their first external beam radiotherapy * Written informed consent obtained from the subject and the subject agrees to comply with all the study-related procedures. Exclusion Criteria: * Have received external beam radiotherapy in the past * External beam radiotherapy is initiated as inpatient. * External beam radiotherapy consists of less than 3 fractions. * Planned radiotherapy that does not employ an external beam * Planned participation in a clinical study that prohibits participation in a second, concurrent treatment trial * Prisoners or subjects who are involuntarily incarcerated, or subjects who are compulsorily detained for treatment of either a psychiatric or physical illness.
Where it's running
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University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Alexandra De Leo, MD — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Amy Carrao-Tackett
- Email: amy.carrao-tackett@ufhealth.org
- Phone: 352-265-8826
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.