Educational Videos for Cancer
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to determine if educational videos can improve understanding of hereditary cancers, which can be passed down in families. The trial has two parts: participants watch a video followed by an interview, and they complete a survey before and after watching the video to assess their learning. Patients at LBJ Hospital's oncology clinics with a specific genetic mutation linked to hereditary cancers might be suitable candidates. As an unphased study, this trial provides a unique opportunity for patients to contribute to research that could enhance educational tools for understanding hereditary cancers.
Do I have to stop taking my current medications for this trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It seems to focus on educational videos, so it's unlikely that medication changes are required.
What prior data suggests that these educational videos are safe for participants?
A previous study showed that educational videos safely share information. Watching a video, unlike taking medicine, causes no physical side effects. The main goal is to help people learn about hereditary cancers, which can be passed down in families. These videos aim to inform and educate, not to treat, so they pose no health risks. Participants simply watch the video and then answer questions, making it a very low-risk activity.123
Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about this trial because it's exploring new ways to educate people about hereditary cancer through engaging video content. Unlike traditional pamphlets or static websites, these educational videos are designed to be more interactive and easier to understand. By using interviews and surveys, the trial aims to find out how effective these videos are at increasing knowledge and awareness about hereditary cancer. If successful, this approach could make learning about cancer risks more accessible and engaging for everyone.
What evidence suggests that these educational videos are effective for informing participants about hereditary cancers?
Research has shown that educational videos can be as effective as meeting with a genetic counselor in person. In this trial, participants will engage with hereditary cancer educational videos through different study arms. In the Interview Study arm, participants will watch the video and then complete an interview. In the Survey Study arm, participants will complete a survey, watch the video, and then complete another survey. Studies have found that these videos help people learn about genetics and hereditary cancers. For example, one study found that watching a video led to the same level of understanding and satisfaction as talking to a counselor. Another study showed that parents felt more informed about genetics after watching the videos. These videos also reduce anxiety and provide a good way to learn about genetic testing. Overall, evidence supports that educational videos are a strong tool for teaching about hereditary cancer.45678
Who Is on the Research Team?
Jose Rauh-Hain, MD
Principal Investigator
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Educational Intervention
Participants watch educational videos and complete interviews or surveys to assess knowledge and confidence regarding hereditary cancer
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in knowledge and confidence over time
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Hereditary Cancer Educational Videos
How Is the Trial Designed?
2
Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
In the survey study, participants will complete a survey about your education and complete a quick test about your knowledge of hereditary cancer. Participants will then watch the video. complete another survey similar to the one before the video. This should take about 30 minutes.
In the interview study, participants will watch the video, then complete an interview. This will take about 50 minutes.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Lead Sponsor
Citations
Educational videos in genetic counseling: Meeting patients ...
This study examined the effects of self-developed educational videos on patient satisfaction and the physician-patient relationship in genetic outpatient ...
Results From a Randomized Study | JCO Oncology Practice
A randomized controlled trial evaluating pretest cancer genetics educational video or in-person genetic counseling. Yanin Chavarri Guerra et ...
Impact of patient education videos on genetic counseling ...
Parents reported that educational videos were helpful in understanding genetics. Satisfaction with genetic counseling was equivalent for standard care and ...
The Impact of Genetic Counseling Educational Tools on ...
Educational videos have been used in numerous oncology settings and have already been shown to improve knowledge in the setting of hereditary cancer [17–20].
Educational Video as an Alternative to Pretest In-Person ...
The educational video is noninferior to in-person genetic counseling for genetic testing acceptance, improves genetic knowledge, and reduces anxiety.
Understanding Cancer-Related Genetic Counseling: Your ...
Join Karen Grinzaid with jscreen as she explains cancer-related genetic counseling and how it can help you understand your hereditary cancer ...
NJTV News | Facing the Risks of Hereditary Cancer
NJTV News. Facing the Risks of Hereditary Cancer. Clip | 3m 9s. Gene mutations can be passed down through families and increase people's risks of cancer.
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