Research on the Influence of Mukbang on Brain Activation in Children With Cancer Based on fMRI

Launched by WEI XIA, PHD · Jun 19, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is exploring how "Mukbang," which is a popular trend of watching people eat large amounts of food, can help improve appetite in children with cancer who are undergoing treatments like chemotherapy and radiotherapy. The study will use a special type of brain scan called fMRI to see how watching Mukbang might affect the brain and encourage these children to eat better during their treatment.

To participate in this trial, children aged 10 to 18 who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer (except brain tumors) and are currently receiving treatment can apply. They should also have a noticeable decrease in appetite. However, children with serious other health issues, certain mental or physical disabilities, or conditions that prevent them from comfortably watching videos will not be eligible. If they join the study, participants will watch Mukbang videos while their brain activity is monitored, helping researchers understand how these videos might support better eating habits during tough treatment times.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • children with cancer aged between 10 to 18 years old;
• • diagnosed with any tumor or cancer other than brain tumor before the age of 18;
• • having received or are receiving inpatient treatment;
• • both the patient and the guardian can communicate in Chinese;
• • children with moderate or higher symptoms of decreased appetite were screened for the Therapy-Related Symptom Checklist for Children.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • a diagnosis of a serious disease other than a tumor, especially a brain disease such as epilepsy and organic psychosis, was identified from the case;
• • unable to complete communication due to serious mental or physical illness, such as cognitive impairment or unclear consciousness;
• • children with eye or ear dysfunction that prevents them from watching and listening to videos;
• • with braces, cardiac pacemakers and other items with iron magnetism that cannot be removed from the body;
• • people who suffer from claustrophobia, ADHD, and other problems of staying quiet in confined spaces for long periods of time.