Mobile education for women undergoing gynecological cancer surgery
The Effect of Mobile-Based Education Given to Patients Undergoing Gynecological Oncology Surgery on Quality of Life
This study tests if mobile education can improve the quality of life for women having surgery for gynecological cancer compared to standard care.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 84 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Avcılar, Istanbul) |
| Trial ID | NCT05694208 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the impact of mobile-based education on the quality of life for women undergoing surgery for gynecological cancer. It employs a randomized controlled design, dividing participants into an experimental group receiving mobile education and a control group receiving standard care. The study will utilize various assessment tools to measure symptom control and quality of life before and after the intervention. A total of 70 women will be recruited, with data analyzed using statistical methods to determine the effectiveness of the mobile education.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are women over 18 scheduled for surgery due to a diagnosis of gynecological cancer who can understand Turkish and have access to a smartphone.
Not a fit: Patients with active psychiatric illnesses may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance the quality of life and symptom management for patients undergoing gynecological cancer surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with mobile health interventions in cancer care, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Be over 18 years old * Able to speak, read and understand Turkish * Being scheduled for surgery due to a diagnosis of gynecological cancer * Having internet access * Using a smartphone Exclusion Criteria: \- Having a diagnosis of active psychiatric illness
Where this trial is running
Avcılar, Istanbul
- Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa — Avcılar, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Çisem Baştarcan — PhD student
- Study coordinator: Çisem Baştarcan
- Email: cisembastarcan@gmail.com
- Phone: +90 (539) 399 4032
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.