Heuristic Tool To Improve Symptom Self-Management in Adolescents and Young Adults With Cancer

Launched by VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY · Jul 14, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a new tool called the Computerized Symptom Assessment Tool (C-SCAT) to see if it can help young people with cancer better manage their symptoms. The goal is to compare how well this tool works against the usual care that patients receive. The trial will focus on whether using C-SCAT can boost participants' confidence in handling their symptoms and improve how they manage them day-to-day.

To be eligible for the study, participants must be between 5 and 18 years old, have started cancer treatment within the last three months, and be scheduled to continue receiving treatment for at least three more cycles. They should also be experiencing at least one symptom related to their cancer or its treatment and be able to read, write, and speak English. If someone joins the study, they can expect to use the C-SCAT tool, which will help them track their symptoms and learn how to manage them better. This trial is currently looking for participants, and it's a chance for young patients to receive additional support during their treatment.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Has received at least 1 cycle of cancer treatment and is within 3 months of initial cancer diagnosis
• • Receiving regularly scheduled cancer treatment and will be receiving at least three more cycles
• • Reports at least 1 symptom related to cancer and/or its treatment
• • Able to speak, read, and write English as required for completion of the C-SCAT and study measures
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • - Cognitive and/or physical inability to complete study measures.