Understanding needs of prostate cancer patients and caregivers during and after radiotherapy
Qualitative Erhebung Zur Erfassung Der Bedürfnisse Von Patienten Und Deren Angehörigen während Und Nach Einer Strahlentherapie Bei Prostatakarzinomerkrankung Und Deren Einstellung Und Wünsche bezüglich Einer Prähabilitationsmaßnahme
NA · Charite University, Berlin, Germany · NCT07156903
We ask men receiving curative radiotherapy for prostate cancer and their caregivers about their experiences, needs, and what they'd want from prehabilitation before or during treatment.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Male |
| Sponsor | Charite University, Berlin, Germany (other) |
| Drugs / interventions | radiation |
| Locations | 1 site (Berlin) |
| Trial ID | NCT07156903 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This is a qualitative interview project at Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin to gather experiences from prostate cancer patients undergoing curative-intent radiotherapy and, where possible, their relatives. Semi-structured interviews in German will explore treatment side effects, everyday challenges during and after radiotherapy, and attitudes toward starting supportive measures before or during therapy (prehabilitation). Responses will be analyzed qualitatively to identify common needs and preferences and to inform the design of a tailored prehabilitation program. Findings will be used to shape interventions aiming to reduce functional decline and improve quality of life during and after radiotherapy.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Men aged 18 or older with prostate cancer scheduled for curative-intent radiotherapy who speak German and can consent are the ideal candidates, and relatives may also be invited to participate.
Not a fit: People not undergoing curative radiotherapy, those unable to participate in German-language interviews, or with impaired capacity to consent are unlikely to benefit directly from this project.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to prehabilitation programs started before or during radiotherapy that reduce severe side effects and improve patients' quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Prehabilitation approaches have shown benefits in surgical oncology and some radiotherapy settings, but focused qualitative work and program development specifically for prostate radiotherapy remain limited.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed Prostate Cancer with curativ intended Radiotherapy * min. 18 years * sufficient knowledge of German language for participation in interviews * Capacity to consent Exclusion Criteria: * age \<18 years
Where this trial is running
Berlin
- Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin — Berlin, Germany (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Franziska Hausmann, MD
- Email: franziska.hausmann@charite.de
- Phone: +4930 450 557000
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.
Conditions: Prostate Cancer Patients, Qualitative Research, Prehabilitation