Training course using a 3D-printed model for Port-A catheter education
Effects of a 3D-Printed Port-A Catheter Model Training Course for Patient Discharge Instruction
This study is testing whether a training course using a realistic 3D-printed model can help cancer patients and their caregivers learn better how to care for Port-A catheters compared to traditional education methods.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 120 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Fu Jen Catholic University Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | chemotherapy |
| Locations | 1 site (New Taipei City) |
| Trial ID | NCT06417294 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to enhance patient and caregiver knowledge about Port-A catheter care through a training course utilizing a realistic 3D-printed upper body model. It focuses on educating cancer patients who require long-term venous access for treatments like chemotherapy. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the experimental group, which uses the 3D model, or a control group receiving traditional education. The effectiveness of this innovative educational approach will be assessed by measuring patient satisfaction and knowledge retention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are cancer patients admitted to the hematology-oncology ward who can communicate in Chinese.
Not a fit: Patients who refuse to participate in the study will not receive any benefit from this educational intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve patient satisfaction and self-care skills related to Port-A catheter maintenance.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of 3D models in medical education is gaining traction, this specific approach to Port-A catheter education is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Admitted to the hematology and oncology ward of Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital * Have Chinese communication skills Exclusion Criteria: * Refused to participate in the study.
Where this trial is running
New Taipei City
- Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital, Fu Jen Catholic University — New Taipei City, Taiwan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ke-Yun Chao, PhD — Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital
- Study coordinator: Ke-Yun Chao, PhD
- Email: C00152@mail.fjuh.fju.edu.tw
- Phone: +886905301879
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.