Leveraging Telehealth to Improve Oral Health Among Cancer Survivors

Launched by GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY · Mar 11, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how a special online health program, called Telehealth Intervention (THI), can help improve oral health in cancer survivors. The goal is to see if this program can prevent problems like mouth sores, improve how well patients take care of their teeth and gums, and enhance their quality of life related to oral health, compared to regular care. The trial will involve 100 cancer survivors who are at least six months out of their main cancer treatment.

To participate, individuals must be between 25 and 75 years old, belong to any race or ethnic group, and own a smartphone. However, those who have had head, neck, or oral cancers, or are currently undergoing cancer treatment, cannot join. Participants can expect to be part of a six-month study where they will either use the Telehealth program or receive usual care for their oral health. This trial is currently recruiting, and it aims to provide valuable insights into how technology can support cancer survivors in maintaining better oral health.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • male and female cancer survivors who are either ≥ 6 months after competing primary therapy for cancer treatment (N=100)
• • between 25-75 years of age
• • all race/ethnic groups
• • own a smart phone.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • all head and neck/oral cancer survivors
• • less then 25 years and older than 75 years of age
• • recurrence/second cancers or undergoing treatment
• • unable to provide informed consent.