PRIORITY-CONNECT 2 Pilot Trial

Launched by SURGICAL OUTCOMES RESEARCH CENTRE (SOURCE) · Jan 8, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

The PRIORITY-CONNECT 2 Pilot Trial is studying a new way to support patients with gastrointestinal cancers, such as liver, pancreas, oesophageal, gastric, and colorectal cancers, before and after their surgeries. The trial is testing a virtual program that includes exercise, nutrition, and psychological support, which has been shown to help reduce complications after surgery and shorten hospital stays. The main goals are to see if patients, their families, and doctors find this virtual program helpful and easy to use, and to gather information on how it affects recovery and quality of life.

To participate in this trial, you need to be an adult aged 18 or older who is scheduled for major gastrointestinal surgery with the intention of curing cancer. You should be able to communicate and understand the process, and have access to a device like a smartphone or computer with internet. If you join, you may be assigned to either the virtual program or standard care, and you can expect regular check-ins to monitor your progress and experiences. This trial is currently recruiting participants, and your involvement could help shape future treatments for patients facing similar challenges.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Adults aged ≥18 years undergoing major gastrointestinal elective surgery, including liver, pancreas, oesophagus, gastric and colorectal cancer resections with curative intent
• • Consulting with a gastrointestinal cancer surgeon at least 1 week prior to scheduled surgery
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Cognitive impairment such that they are unable to provide informed consent
• • No access to a smart device (including mobile phone, tablet, laptop or desk computer with camera) or no internet connection