Educational Videos for Sarcoma

Overseen By Clinical Trials Manager

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: Mount Sinai Hospital, Canada

Disqualifiers: Informed consent, Previous oncologist visit

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

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: 1

100 Participants Needed

Trial Summary

Do I have to stop taking my current medications for this trial?

The trial does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It focuses on educational videos and does not mention any medication requirements.

What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Educational videos for sarcoma?

Research shows that educational videos can improve patient knowledge and skills, as seen in studies with cancer patients and those undergoing surgeries. Videos have been effective in reducing anxiety and improving cooperation in stressful situations, which may benefit sarcoma patients during their treatment journey. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

How do educational videos for sarcoma differ from other treatments?

Educational videos for sarcoma are unique because they focus on providing patients with information and understanding about their condition, rather than directly treating the cancer itself. This approach is different from traditional treatments like chemotherapy or surgery, which aim to physically remove or destroy cancer cells. ^{6 7 8 9 10}

What is the purpose of this trial?

This study aims to evaluate how sarcoma-specific educational videos improve patients' knowledge of their disease and treatment options before their first clinic appointment. Participants will watch four educational videos before their first appointment with a medical oncologist. Participants will be asked to complete surveys to assess their understanding of sarcoma and its treatment options before and after their first medical oncology clinic appointment.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for individuals newly diagnosed with lymphoma or sarcoma. Participants should be preparing for their first medical oncology clinic appointment and willing to watch educational videos as well as complete surveys about their understanding of the disease and treatment options.

Inclusion Criteria

I have not had any drug treatments for sarcoma.

Willing/able to complete questionnaires

Able to read and write in English

Exclusion Criteria

Inability to provide informed consent

Previously seen by a medical oncologist for their sarcoma

Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

1-2 weeks

Educational Intervention

Participants watch four educational videos before their first appointment with a medical oncologist

up to 2 weeks

1 visit (in-person)

Follow-up

Participants complete surveys to assess their understanding of sarcoma and its treatment options before and after their first medical oncology clinic appointment

up to 2 weeks

Treatment Details

Interventions

• Educational videos

Trial Overview The study is testing whether watching four educational videos before the first oncology clinic visit can improve patients' knowledge about sarcoma, its treatments, and what to expect. The effectiveness will be measured using surveys completed by participants before and after the appointment.

Participant Groups

Group I: Standard of Care Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Group II: Educational Videos Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Mount Sinai Hospital, Canada

Lead Sponsor

Trials

210

Recruited

70,700+

Findings from Research

Educating cancer patients about their condition and treatment can enhance their autonomy and improve treatment compliance, leading to better overall care during complex and long-term therapies.

This education should be supported by well-trained practitioners and include written and video resources, with a focus on evaluating its effectiveness and cost-benefit to ensure improvements in treatment quality and patient experience.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

[Education of cancer patients]. Hoerni, B., Soubeyran, P.[2017]

Preoperative education, particularly through pamphlets, significantly enhances patients' knowledge and ability to perform postoperative activities, suggesting that written materials are effective tools for informing patients before surgery.

While videos as a teaching method have potential benefits for improving patient understanding, they have not been rigorously evaluated, indicating a need for further research to confirm their effectiveness compared to other educational formats.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Knowledge retention from preoperative patient information. Stern, C., Lockwood, C.[2011]

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[Education of cancer patients]. [2017]

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Sarcomas across the age spectrum. [2011]

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