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The Effect of Digital Technology-Supported Education on Patients Undergoing Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy: A Randomized Controlled Study
The goal of this randomized, controlled study is to test the effectiveness of digital technology-supported education on patients undergoing breast reconstruction after mastectomy.
ClinicalTrials.gov IDNCT06166953
PhaseNA
Enrollment38
SponsorBaskent University
Age18 Years
SexALL
Conditions studied
Breast Cancer
About this study
The goal of this randomized, controlled study is to test the effectiveness of digital technology-supported education on patients undergoing breast reconstruction after mastectomy.
Interventions
- Other: digital technology-supported education — The education will include information about surgical process and care after surgery.
Primary outcomes
- Anxiety (Baseline and 30th days)
- Surgical pain ((Change from baseline to 5th, 15th and 30th days will be assessed).)
- Sleep quality ((Change from baseline to 5th, 15th and 30th days will be assessed).)
- Quality of life after surgery ((Change from baseline to 5th, 15th and 30th days will be assessed).)
Eligibility information
Inclusion Criteria:
* Being diagnosed with stage 1, 2, or 3 breast cancer
* Planned to undergo immediate breast reconstruction after mastectomy for the first time
* Being between 18 to 75 years old
* Able to use smart phone
* Having smart phone with Android v5.0 or iOS v9.0 and above software, Bluetooth and internet connection
* Having no hearing or visual impairment
* Having no physical limitation
* Turkish speaking volunteers
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patients planned to undergo total abdominal hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo oophorectomy with immediate reconstruction after mastectomy
Study locations
- Başkent University Hospital, Ankara, Çankaya 06490 Turkey (Türkiye)
Before you participate: Varda Clinical is an independent discovery tool, not the study sponsor or a medical provider. Eligibility can only be determined by the official study team. Discuss potential risks and benefits with a qualified healthcare professional.
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov. Record last refreshed by Varda Clinical: 2026-09-27.