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Online Mindfulness-Based Intervention to Decrease Pre-Procedural Anxiety Before a First-Time Screening Colonoscopy

Launched by OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY COMPREHENSIVE CANCER CENTER · Jan 22, 2024

Trial Information

Current as of October 08, 2024

Recruiting

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Description

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: I. To establish intervention feasibility and acceptability, and to collect preliminary efficacy data on a developed online mindfulness-based intervention (MBI) to reduce pre-procedural anxiety before a first-time screening colonoscopy compared to usual care. OUTLINE: Patients are randomized to 1 of 2 groups. GROUP I: Patients receive usual care prior to their scheduled screening colonoscopy. GROUP II: Patients receive an online mindfulness intervention including infographics and 5-minute meditations once daily (QD) for 5 days prior to their scheduled screening colonos...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • * Patients must be ages 45-75
  • * Patients must be at average risk for colorectal cancer (CRC)
  • * Patients must have scheduled their first-time screening colonoscopy as an outpatient at Ohio State University (OSU) at least 14 days in advance
  • * Patients must be able to speak and read English
  • * Patients must have daily access to a working telephone, email address, and internet connection
  • * Patients must provide consent
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • * Previous colonoscopy
  • * Colonoscopy for diagnostic purposes
  • * Auditory or visual impairment that prevents internet use
  • * Previous cancer diagnosis (other than skin cancer)
  • * Previous diagnosis of a mental health disorder
  • * Current mental health treatment
  • * Family history of CRC
  • * Personal history of inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease)
  • * Confirmed or suspected hereditary CRC syndrome, such as familial adenomatous polyposis or Lynch syndrome

About Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center

The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC) is a leading institution dedicated to advancing cancer research, treatment, and education. As a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, OSUCCC integrates cutting-edge research with clinical practice to develop innovative therapies and improve patient outcomes. With a collaborative approach that unites scientists and clinicians, OSUCCC focuses on personalized medicine, cancer prevention, and community outreach, striving to enhance the understanding of cancer biology and provide hope to patients through groundbreaking clinical trials and comprehensive care programs.

Locations

Columbus, Ohio, United States

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Timeline

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Trial launched

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Estimated completion

Not reported

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