Video intervention for helping cancer patients quit smoking
Video Interventions for Dependence on Smoking (VIDeOS) for Cancer Patients: a Randomized Controlled Pilot Study
This study tests if a video program can help cancer patients quit smoking better than just giving them general information about quitting.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Medical University of South Carolina Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Charleston, South Carolina) |
| Trial ID | NCT06307496 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This pilot study evaluates the effectiveness, feasibility, and acceptability of a smoking cessation intervention specifically designed for cancer patients, delivered through video. Participants will be randomly assigned to either a video intervention group or a control group receiving general information about quitting smoking. Surveys will be administered before and after the intervention to assess participants' feedback, changes in smoking behavior, and knowledge gained about smoking cessation. The goal is to gather preliminary data to inform a larger clinical trial in the future.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 or older who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer and are currently smoking cigarettes.
Not a fit: Patients with unstable or poorly managed medical or psychiatric conditions that affect their ability to provide informed consent may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve smoking cessation rates among cancer patients, enhancing their overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using video interventions for smoking cessation, particularly among specific populations, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 or older * Diagnosed with cancer (any type) * Receiving care at Medical University of South Carolina * Reads and understands English language * Currently smoking cigarettes (any amount) Exclusion Criteria: - Unstable or poorly managed medical or psychiatric conditions that impair cognition and ability to provide informed consent (e.g., dementia, active psychosis).
Where this trial is running
Charleston, South Carolina
- Medical University of South Carolina — Charleston, South Carolina, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Kinsey Pebley, PhD, MPH
- Email: pebley@musc.edu
- Phone: 843-779-5794
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.