Managing cancer fear in women undergoing colposcopy
Impact of the Awareness-Based Initiation Program on Cancer Fear and Awareness Level in Women Undergoing Colposcopy: Randomized Controlled Study
This study is testing a program to help women facing colposcopy due to abnormal cervical results manage their fear of cancer and improve their coping skills.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 70 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Alanya) |
| Trial ID | NCT06263062 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to assess the effectiveness of an Awareness-Based Coping with Fear of Cancer Programme for women undergoing colposcopy due to abnormal cervical cytology results. It focuses on addressing the psychological impact of cancer fear, which can affect patients' psychosocial health. Participants will engage in a six-session program designed to enhance their awareness and coping strategies related to cancer fears. The study will evaluate changes in cancer fear levels and overall awareness among participants.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are women scheduled for colposcopy due to high-grade or low-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions or HPV-positive results.
Not a fit: Patients with major depressive disorders, psychiatric disorders, or those who have previously participated in mindfulness-based stress reduction training may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce cancer-related anxiety and improve the emotional well-being of women undergoing colposcopy.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach may be novel, mindfulness and awareness-based interventions have shown promise in reducing anxiety in similar patient populations.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Colposcopy procedure due to HSIL, LSIL, ASC-H or HPV on cervical cytology * Volunteering to participate in the 6-session Mindfulness-Based Coping Programme Knowing what a colposcopy procedure means, Exclusion Criteria: * interference with verbal communication, * being diagnosed with major depressive disorder or psychiatric disorder, * having participated in MBSR training or meditating before * Lack of skills to use smart phones and computers * learning biopsy results during the programme
Where this trial is running
Alanya
- Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University — Alanya, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: fatma ozlem uner, MSc — Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University
- Study coordinator: fatma ozlem uner, MSc
- Email: fatma.uner@alanya.edu.tr
- Phone: +90506 297 27 49
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.