Educational Video for Brain Cancer
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial studies whether a customized video intervention can help to reduce anxiety in brain cancer patients undergoing radiation treatment and their caregivers. A customized neuro-imaging referenced symptom video that describes symptoms and side effects specific to the patients' tumor may result in an early and sustained reduction in anxiety and distress during and after radiation treatment, thereby improving quality of life.
Do I need to stop my current medications for this trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
What data supports the effectiveness of this treatment for brain cancer?
The research highlights the importance of personalized and precise imaging in radiation therapy, which is a key component of the treatment being studied. Advances in imaging and patient-reported outcomes are increasingly being used to tailor treatments to individual patients, potentially improving their effectiveness and quality of life.12345
Is the Educational Video for Brain Cancer treatment safe for humans?
How is the educational video treatment for brain cancer different from other treatments?
The educational video treatment is unique because it focuses on providing patients and their families with clear and accessible information about brain cancer, its symptoms, and treatments, which can help them better understand and manage their condition. Unlike traditional medical treatments, this approach emphasizes education and empowerment rather than direct medical intervention.1112131415
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for adult patients with newly diagnosed glioma (grades 2-4) who are about to start a 6-week radiotherapy post-surgery and can fill out questionnaires in English. It also includes their adult caregivers who can do the same. Those with significant cognitive or psychiatric issues, or poor performance status (KPS < 60), cannot participate.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Trial Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Radiation Treatment
Patients undergo radiation treatment for brain tumors. In Arm I, patients also receive a customized NIRS video intervention.
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in anxiety and quality of life after radiation treatment.
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Customized Neuro-Imaging Referenced Symptom Video (Behavioural Intervention)