Support groups for patients who have had a laryngectomy

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to improve the quality of life for patients who have undergone total laryngectomy due to laryngeal cancer. It involves creating self-help and support groups where participants can share experiences and receive guidance from resource patients. The sessions will include presentations, discussions with experts, and assessments of patient satisfaction using quality of life questionnaires. The study focuses on addressing the psychological and social challenges faced by laryngectomized patients post-surgery.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Have had a total laryngectomy at Bichat Hospital or HEGP within the last four years
* Have completed all the specific care of the pathology that required the total laryngectomy
* Be able to travel to Bichat Hospital for all four sessions
* Be over 18 years of age
* Have received informed information about the conduct of the research.

Exclusion Criteria:

* WHO simplified autonomy scale greater than 2, i.e. from normal activity to ambulant and able to take care of themselves, but unable to provide work and bedridden for less than 50% of their time
* Patient who does not speak or understand French
* Lack of affiliation to a social security scheme or CMU
* Patient benefiting from legal protection measures (guardianship or curatorship)
* Patient who has communicated an objection to their inclusion, after informed information.

Where it's running

• Bichat - Claude Bernard Hospital
  Paris, France Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Angèle Germon — Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris
• Study coordinator: Angèle Germon
• Email: angele.germon@aphp.fr
• Phone: 06.40.65.58.75

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.