Screening for Supportive Care Needs of Oncological Patients and Professionals - Evaluation of a Short PRO-question Set
Condition(s) studied
Study summary
The systematic recording of patient-reported symptoms and health-related quality of life (patient-reported outcomes, PROs) is a central component of oncological care. Currently, however, screening for support needs in German hospitals is inconsistent and uses different assessment tools, leading to heterogeneity, redundant surveys, and limited comparability of results. This complicates standardized, patient-centered, and cross-sector care, as well as the early identification of therapy-associated side effects and support needs.
The aim of the study is to investigate the acceptance and relevance of the core set of questions from the perspective of both cancer patients and professional healthcare providers. Cancer patient acceptance will be measured by the proportion of fully completed questionnaires, while cancer patient relevance will be assessed using a feedback form. The professional perspective will be gathered through guided feedback in quality circles conducted regularly in accordance with internal standards
Eligibility
Primary outcome measure(s)
- Proportion of Participants with Complete Core Question Set Completion at Baseline — Baseline
Description Acceptance is operationalised as the proportion of enrolled cancer patients who fully complete the predefined Scope-PRO core question set at baseline. Questionnaire completeness is used as an indirect indicator of acceptability. Unit of Measure Proportion (%) - Participant-Reported Acceptance Score (Study-Specific Acceptance Feedback Questionnaire) at Baseline — Baseline
Participant-reported acceptance is assessed using a study-specific feedback questionnaire evaluating comprehensibility, perceived burden, and overall acceptability of the core question set. Scale Study-specific Acceptance Feedback Questionnaire Range: 1 to 4 Higher scores indicate higher acceptance.
Trial sites (1)
| Facility | City | Region | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Medical Center Göttingen, Department of Gastroenterology, gastrointestinal oncology and endocrinology | Göttingen | Germany | Recruiting |
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