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Internet-Based Program for Colorectal Cancer (CRCweb Trial)
N/A
Recruiting
Led By Yufen Lin, PhD, RN
Research Sponsored by Emory University
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up up to week 8
Awards & highlights
CRCweb Trial Summary
This trial studies an online program to help those with colorectal cancer receiving chemo and their caregivers manage psychoneurological symptoms, improve quality of life and health outcomes.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults over 18 with colorectal cancer who are currently undergoing chemotherapy and have a life expectancy of more than 12 months. Participants must experience at least two psychoneurological symptoms, have a primary caregiver willing to join the study, be fluent in English, and have internet access. Those with severe conditions or very poor performance status (Karnofsky Scale <50) cannot participate.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study is testing a web-based program designed to help patients with colorectal cancer and their caregivers manage distressing symptoms like fatigue, depression, sleep issues, pain, and cognitive problems during chemotherapy treatment. It involves online interventions along with interviews and surveys.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this intervention is non-medical involving only web-based support tools and assessments rather than drugs or medical procedures, traditional side effects are not expected. However, participants may experience emotional discomfort while discussing personal health issues.
CRCweb Trial Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ up to week 8
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~up to week 8
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Acceptability Rate
Adherence Rate
Attentional Function Index
+5 moreSecondary outcome measures
Short Form Health Survey
CRCweb Trial Design
1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Supportive care (CRCWeb intervention)Experimental Treatment4 Interventions
Patients and caregivers attend a CRCweb intervention over 8 weeks. Patients and caregivers complete interviews and surveys throughout the trial.
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Emory UniversityLead Sponsor
1,640 Previous Clinical Trials
2,560,601 Total Patients Enrolled
Oncology Nursing SocietyOTHER
10 Previous Clinical Trials
443 Total Patients Enrolled
Yufen Lin, PhD, RNPrincipal InvestigatorEmory University Hospital/Winship Cancer Institute
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I need considerable assistance and medical care.I am 18 years old or older.I have been diagnosed with colorectal cancer.I am a caregiver with a severe illness like cancer or heart disease.I am currently undergoing chemotherapy.I am a caregiver and I am at least 18 years old.I have a primary caregiver for emotional and physical support.I experience at least two significant mental or neurological symptoms.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Supportive care (CRCWeb intervention)
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Are there any opportunities for people to participate in this trial?
"As per the info on clinicaltrials.gov, this trial is not currently open for enrollment. It was first made available to the public on January 9th 2023 and last updated December 21st 2022. However, there are a plethora of other trials recruiting at present with 1079 being actively advertised right now."
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