Using a smartphone app to help lung cancer patients stick to their rehabilitation exercises after surgery
A Prospective, Randomized, Controlled Study to Evaluate the Impact of Remote Symptom Management Via Smartphone App Based on Electronic Patient-Reported Outcomes on Rehabilitation Exercise Adherence After Minimally Invasive Surgery in Lung Cancer Patients
NA · Zhongshan People's Hospital, Guangdong, China · NCT05990946
This study is testing whether a smartphone app can help lung cancer patients stick to their rehabilitation exercises after surgery by allowing them to report their symptoms and get feedback from their doctors.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 736 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 75 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Zhongshan People's Hospital, Guangdong, China (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Zhongshan, Guangdong) |
| Trial ID | NCT05990946 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This randomized controlled trial evaluates the effectiveness of a smartphone app that enables remote symptom monitoring and management for patients recovering from video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) for lung cancer. Patients will be randomized into two groups: one receiving electronic patient-reported outcomes (ePRO) with clinician feedback and the other receiving ePRO without feedback. The primary focus is on improving adherence to prescribed pulmonary rehabilitation exercises during the month following discharge. Secondary outcomes include monitoring postoperative complications, hospital readmissions, and patient satisfaction. If successful, this approach could be expanded to benefit a larger population of postoperative patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-75 undergoing minimally invasive lung cancer resection who can use smartphones.
Not a fit: Patients who have significant comorbidities, previous lung surgeries, or physical limitations that prevent exercise may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly enhance recovery and adherence to rehabilitation exercises for lung cancer patients post-surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using technology for remote monitoring and rehabilitation, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18-75 years old * Undergoing minimally invasive lung cancer resection * Able to use smartphones and complete electronic questionnaires * Signed informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * conversions to open thoracotomy during surgery * ECOG score \> 1 * Received neoadjuvant therapy * Previous lung resection surgery * Unable to exercise due to physical limitations * Continuous systemic corticosteroid use within 1 month before enrollment * Unresolved toxicity above Grade 1 from previous treatments * Significant comorbidities or medical history
Where this trial is running
Zhongshan, Guangdong
- No.2 Sunwen East Rd. — Zhongshan, Guangdong, China (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Xiaojuan Yang
- Email: 1002381745@qq.com
- Phone: +86 0760-88823566
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: Lung Neoplasms, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Postoperative Complications, Patient Reported Outcome Measures, Telerehabilitation, Exercise Therapy, Exercise Adherence, ePRO, Remote Monitoring