Smartphone App for Post-Surgery Care in Bladder Cancer
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
Hospital readmissions are common after major cancer surgery, leading to poorer patient outcomes, increased mortality and additional costs. In this study, Clinical and Engineering Approaches to Readmission (CLEAR) Care Companion Application, investigators aim to utilize a smartphone application that tracks concerning postoperative symptoms and provides educational interventions to determine if this can minimize delays in communication between patients and medical providers, increase patient satisfaction with the care received, and reduce or lessen the severity of readmissions.
Do I need to stop my current medications for this trial?
The trial protocol does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
What data supports the idea that Smartphone App for Post-Surgery Care in Bladder Cancer is an effective treatment?
The available research shows that mobile health apps can improve patient outcomes in various types of cancer care. For example, a study on gynecologic oncology patients found that using a mobile health app improved their recovery after surgery. Another study on complex abdominal surgery patients is testing a similar app to see if it can reduce hospital readmissions, which are costly and common. Although these studies are not specifically about bladder cancer, they suggest that using a smartphone app for post-surgery care could help patients recover better and avoid returning to the hospital.12345
What safety data exists for the smartphone app used in post-surgery care for bladder cancer?
The provided research does not directly mention safety data for the CLEAR Care Companion app or its other names. However, it highlights the development and evaluation of similar mobile health technologies aimed at improving post-surgical care and reducing readmissions. The studies focus on usability, patient engagement, and transitional care improvements, but specific safety data for the app in question is not detailed.25678
Is the treatment in the trial 'Smartphone App for Post-Surgery Care in Bladder Cancer' promising?
Yes, using a smartphone app for post-surgery care in bladder cancer is promising because similar apps have improved patient engagement and care after surgeries in other types of cancer, like gynecologic and colorectal cancers. These apps help patients manage their recovery better and stick to their treatment plans, which can lead to better health outcomes.1591011
Research Team
Jeffery Montgomery, M.D.
Principal Investigator
University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for English-speaking bladder cancer patients at the University of Michigan who are undergoing radical cystectomy. Participants must have access to a smartphone or tablet with internet to use the CLEAR Care Companion app.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Treatment Details
Interventions
- CLEAR Care Companion (CC) application
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center
Lead Sponsor