Mobile education for women undergoing gynecological cancer surgery
Official title: The Effect of Mobile-Based Education Given to Patients Undergoing Gynecological Oncology Surgery on Quality of Life
Run by Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa · NCT05694208 · Data updated 2026-11-12
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
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Women only |
| Enrollment | 84 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Avcılar, Istanbul) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | February 1, 2023 |
| Main results expected | December 30, 2024 |
| Study ends | January 1, 2025 |
| Registry record updated | November 15, 2024 |
| Trial ID | NCT05694208 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a 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.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with active psychiatric illnesses 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 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.
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 gone: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with mobile health interventions in cancer care, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
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 it's running
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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
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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.