Prehabilitation Program for Advanced Ovarian Cancer
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This clinical trial evaluates whether a prehabilitation program started at the time of neoadjuvant chemotherapy will affect surgical recovery in patients with stage IIIC-IV ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer. A prehabilitation program may improve the quality of life after surgery for patients with ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
Is the Prehabilitation Program for Advanced Ovarian Cancer safe for humans?
How does the prehabilitation program for advanced ovarian cancer differ from other treatments?
The prehabilitation program for advanced ovarian cancer is unique because it prepares patients physically and mentally before surgery through exercise, nutrition, and psychological support, aiming to improve recovery and functional outcomes, unlike standard treatments that focus solely on surgery and chemotherapy.678910
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Prehabilitation Program for Advanced Ovarian Cancer?
Who Is on the Research Team?
Amanika A. Kumar, MD
Principal Investigator
Mayo Clinic in Rochester
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for English-reading adults over 18 with stage IIIC-IV ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer. They should be able to use technology and consent to participate. It's not for those who are pregnant or have hemiplegia/paraplegia.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Prehabilitation
Participants engage in a prehabilitation program including physical activity, nutritional supplements, and resilience training
Treatment
Participants receive neoadjuvant chemotherapy and undergo various assessments
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Exercise - Physical Activity
- Protein Supplementation
- Resiliency Training
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Mayo Clinic
Lead Sponsor
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Collaborator