Educational Video for Breast Cancer Surgery Patients
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to determine if an animated video can help patients better understand and feel less anxious about their upcoming DIEP breast reconstruction surgery. Participants will watch the WashU DIEP Flap Video and complete surveys before and after surgery to assess understanding and anxiety levels. The trial seeks English-speaking individuals scheduled for DIEP-flap breast reconstruction at Barnes Jewish Hospital. The study will evaluate whether the video improves patients' expectations and recovery experiences. As an unphased trial, it offers participants the opportunity to contribute to research that could enhance patient care and recovery experiences.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
What prior data suggests that this video is safe for patients?
Research has shown that the WashU DIEP Flap Video is safe for use. This video aids patients in understanding breast reconstruction surgery. As an educational tool, it does not cause physical side effects like medications or surgeries might. The primary goal is to enhance understanding and reduce anxiety. Watching a video is non-invasive, meaning it does not involve breaking the skin, so there are no safety concerns. The focus is on making the surgery experience easier to comprehend.12345
Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the WashU DIEP Flap Video because it aims to enhance patient understanding and preparedness for breast cancer surgery using educational video content. Unlike traditional written materials or verbal explanations, this video offers a visual and engaging way for patients to learn about the DIEP flap procedure, potentially improving their overall surgical experience and recovery. By offering information in a concise and accessible format, the video might reduce patient anxiety and lead to better informed decision-making and satisfaction with their care.
What evidence suggests that this video is effective for improving understanding and reducing anxiety in breast cancer surgery patients?
Research shows that the WashU DIEP Flap Video, which participants in this trial will watch, helps patients better understand breast reconstruction surgery. Studies have found that educational videos lower anxiety by clearly explaining what to expect. Early results suggest that patients who watched similar videos felt more informed about their surgery and recovery. These patients often reported feeling less stressed because they knew what would happen. The video aims to improve patient understanding and reduce anxiety about the procedure.13678
Who Is on the Research Team?
Justin M Sacks, M.D., MBA, FACS
Principal Investigator
Washington University School of Medicine
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for patients with breast cancer who are scheduled for a DIEP flap reconstruction surgery. Participants should be able to complete surveys assessing their understanding and anxiety about the procedure.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Pre-operative Assessment
Participants complete a survey before and after watching the WashU DIEP Flap Video at their pre-operative standard of care visit
Post-operative Follow-up
Participants complete a third survey at their post-operative standard of care visit to assess understanding and anxiety
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- WashU DIEP Flap Video
Trial Overview
The study tests whether an animated video (WashU DIEP Flap Video) can improve patient understanding and reduce anxiety before and after the surgery. Patients will watch the video and fill out surveys at different stages of their treatment.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
At the pre-operative appointment, patients will complete the pre-video survey (\~10min) via RedCap, watch the video (\~5min), and complete the post-video survey (\~10min) via RedCap. During the standard of care follow-up appointment ≤ 30 days after surgery, consented patients will fill out a third survey via RedCap (\~5min).
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Washington University School of Medicine
Lead Sponsor
Published Research Related to This Trial
Citations
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trialx.com
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Primary Objective: The primary aim of the study is to determine if our animated video affects understanding and anxiety survey scores in ...
A Multi-institutional Analysis of a Textbook Outcome ...
This study aimed to investigate the prevalence and predictors of TOs in a multi-institutional cohort of patients who underwent breast reconstruction.
WashU DIEP Flap Video and Patient Understanding
This clinical trial is studying how an animated video about the DIEP flap breast reconstruction surgery can help patients better understand the procedure and ...
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breastcancertrials.org
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Video to Improve Understanding and Decrease Anxiety About DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction Surgery for Women with Stage I-III Breast Cancer. WashU DIEP Flap ...
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wustl.trialstoday.org
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This study is being conducted to validate if photoacoustic imaging potentially reduces benign surgeries without compromising cancer detection sensitivity. The ...
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Patients will complete a survey before and after watching the WashU DIEP Flap Video at their pre-operative standard of care visit, and a third survey at their ...
WashU DIEP Flap Video and Patient Understanding ...
Survey responses will be analyzed to determine if there are beneficial trends and improvement in patient understanding and anxiety due to adjunct video usage.
Safety analysis of immediate breast reconstruction with a deep ...
This study found no difference in the surgical complication rates of patients who underwent deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap reconstruction.
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