Educational Videos for Sexual Health in Breast Cancer

Overseen By Madeline G Huey, MD

Age: 18+

Sex: Female

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver

Disqualifiers: Stage 0 or IV, Non-breast cancer, others

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: Unknown

Duration: 6 months

50 Participants Needed

Trial Summary

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It seems focused on educational videos, so it's unlikely that medication changes are required.

What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Educational video series for sexual health in breast cancer patients?

Research shows that educational videos can help breast cancer patients better understand their condition and treatment options, potentially reducing anxiety and improving satisfaction with their decisions. Personalized video education, in particular, may be beneficial in explaining complex medical information. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

Is it safe to use educational videos for sexual health in breast cancer patients?

Educational videos have been used safely to help cancer patients understand their treatment and manage side effects. Studies show that these videos can improve patients' knowledge and reduce anxiety without causing harm. ^{1 6 7 8 9}

How does the treatment of educational videos for sexual health in breast cancer differ from other treatments?

This treatment is unique because it uses educational videos to help breast cancer patients and clinicians communicate better about sexual health, addressing a gap in clinician training and patient support that is often overlooked in traditional medical treatments. ^{10 11 12 13 14}

What is the purpose of this trial?

The purpose of this study is to assess the acceptability, appropriateness, and feasibility of a educational video series for patients going through breast cancer treatment.

Research Team

Sarah Tevis

Principal Investigator

University of Colorado, Denver

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for women within one month of their first visit or surgical consult for Stage I-III invasive breast cancer. Participants must be able to complete surveys on their own and read and speak English. They should also be willing to follow the study's procedures.

Inclusion Criteria

You are willing to adhere to the study material and procedures.

I was diagnosed with Stage I-III breast cancer less than a month ago.

You are capable of completing the survey independently.

Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants gain access to an educational video series addressing breast cancer treatment topics

6 months

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for changes in sexual health and function, and the sustainability, acceptability, and appropriateness of the video series

6 months

Treatment Details

Interventions

• Educational video series

Trial Overview The trial is evaluating an educational video series designed for patients undergoing breast cancer treatment, focusing on its acceptability, appropriateness, and feasibility as a supportive resource.

Participant Groups

Group I: Video website access Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Participants will gain access to the educational video website in order to watch the series.

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

University of Colorado, Denver

Lead Sponsor

Trials

1,842

Recruited

3,028,000+

Findings from Research

In a study involving 2757 postmenopausal women with hormone receptor-positive early-stage breast cancer, educational materials did not improve treatment compliance with aromatase inhibitors over a 2-year period, with compliance rates remaining similar between groups (82% for both).

The main reason for treatment discontinuation (9% of patients) was side effects related to aromatase inhibitors, highlighting that patient experiences and side effects significantly influence compliance and persistence in treatment.

NCBI (Pubmed)

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Does patient education work in breast cancer? Final results from the global CARIATIDE study. Markopoulos, C., Neven, P., Tanner, M., et al.[2018]

This pilot study involving 28 newly diagnosed breast cancer patients found that personalized video education prior to their first oncology consultation is feasible and may enhance understanding of their specific diagnosis, particularly regarding tumor subtype.

While patients receiving personalized videos showed improvements in perceived understanding and decision-making, the overall differences between personalized video education and standard materials were not statistically significant, indicating the need for further research to optimize educational approaches.

NCBI (Pubmed)

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Evaluating the Effect of a Video Education Curriculum for First Time Breast Cancer Patients: a Prospective RCT Feasibility Study. Sulakvelidze, N., Burdick, B., Kaklamani, V., et al.[2020]

A video intervention significantly increased knowledge about prostate cancer screening and treatment among 52 patients in the experimental group, compared to no change in the control group, indicating its effectiveness as an educational tool.

The video also influenced patients' preferences for prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening, with 31% of the experimental group changing their preference compared to only 2% in the control group, demonstrating its impact on patient decision-making without causing confusion or fear.

NCBI (Pubmed)

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Efficacy of a video for teaching patients about prostate cancer screening and treatment. Ruthman, JL., Ferrans, CE.[2018]

A 50-year-old breast cancer patient experienced significant adverse effects from tamoxifen, including hot flushes, hyperhidrosis, urinary frequency, and depression, which negatively impacted her quality of life.

After 25 days of treatment with traditional Korean herbal medicine and acupuncture, the patient's symptoms improved significantly, indicating that these interventions may help alleviate tamoxifen-induced side effects in breast cancer patients.

NCBI (Pubmed)

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Traditional Korean medicine treatment for tamoxifen associated adverse events of breast cancer patient: A CARE - Compliant case report. Seo, J., Lee, D., Jo, HG.[2021]

Patients who received an educational video alongside standard pre-chemotherapy education showed improved recall of important side effects and management strategies, such as fever and mouth problems, compared to those who only received standard education.

The video group was more proactive in reporting symptoms like nausea and signs of infection, indicating that the video not only enhanced understanding but also encouraged better communication about treatment-related issues.

NCBI (Pubmed)

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Evaluation of the addition of video-based education for patients receiving standard pre-chemotherapy education. Kinnane, N., Thompson, L.[2019]

A study involving 220 patients undergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy found that those who received a video information cassette reported significantly lower anxiety and depression scores compared to those who did not receive the video, indicating that the video effectively reduced treatment-related anxiety.

The majority of patients (81%) found the video helpful, suggesting that well-designed video aids can be a valuable tool in enhancing patient education and satisfaction in oncology care.

NCBI (Pubmed)

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Forewarned is forearmed--benefits of preparatory information on video cassette for patients receiving chemotherapy or radiotherapy--a randomised controlled trial. Thomas, R., Daly, M., Perryman, B., et al.[2019]

The iSHARE intervention, which trained breast cancer clinicians to communicate about sexual health concerns, was feasible and well-accepted, with 88% participation from the enrolled clinicians.

Post-intervention, clinicians showed increased self-efficacy and improved communication behaviors regarding sexual health, although patient satisfaction and the duration of these discussions remained unchanged.

NCBI (Pubmed)

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A brief intervention to enhance breast cancer clinicians' communication about sexual health: Feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary outcomes. Reese, JB., Lepore, SJ., Daly, MB., et al.[2020]

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