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.
Is the treatment in the trial 'Educational Video for Brain Cancer' a promising treatment?The trial 'Educational Video for Brain Cancer' focuses on using educational videos to help patients understand their brain cancer diagnosis and treatment. This approach is promising because it can make complex medical information more accessible and easier to understand for patients and their families, potentially improving their ability to manage the disease and enhancing their quality of life.23101415
What safety data exists for the educational video treatment for brain cancer?The provided research does not directly address safety data for the educational video treatment for brain cancer, known under various names such as Customized Neuro-Imaging Referenced Symptom Video or Personalized Radiation Therapy Education Video. The research primarily discusses adverse reactions and side effects related to chemotherapy and radiation therapy, as well as methods for improving radiation therapy planning and management. There is no specific mention of safety data for the educational video treatment itself.1471213
What data supports the idea that Educational Video for Brain Cancer is an effective treatment?The available research shows that patient-reported outcomes are becoming more important in evaluating treatments for brain cancer. These outcomes focus on how patients feel and function, which are crucial for understanding the real impact of treatments. While the research doesn't directly mention Educational Video for Brain Cancer, it highlights the importance of personalized approaches and patient feedback in treatment success. This suggests that educational videos, which are tailored to individual needs, could be effective by improving patients' understanding and management of their symptoms, potentially leading to better overall quality of life.568911
Do I have to stop taking my current medications for this trial?The trial protocol does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
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
I have a newly diagnosed brain tumor and am set for radiotherapy after surgery.
Exclusion Criteria
I am unable to complete daily tasks without assistance.
Treatment Details
The study tests if a personalized video explaining symptoms and side effects related to the patient's brain tumor can reduce anxiety for both patients and caregivers during radiation treatment, potentially improving quality of life.
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Arm I (NIRS)Experimental Treatment4 Interventions
Patients receive standard of care verbal and written education materials. Patients also receive a customized video which includes a description of each of their tumor, functional areas of the brain affected, and possible symptoms from the tumor and radiation treatment based on the neuro-imaging features. Patients and their caregivers watch the video together or separately over 1.5-3 minutes before the end of the first week of radiation treatment. Within 2 weeks after watching the NIRS video, patients complete an optional survey over 5-10 minutes.
Group II: Arm II (standard of care)Active Control2 Interventions
Patients receive standard of care verbal and written education materials.
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Who is running the clinical trial?
M.D. Anderson Cancer CenterLead Sponsor
National Cancer Institute (NCI)Collaborator
References
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