GYNECOLOGIC CANCER

This study tested whether a 10-week program of pelvic physical therapy is a practical and helpful treatment for sexual dysfunction in women who have survived gynecologic cancers like ovarian or cervical cancer. Researchers worked with 20 survivors to see if they could complete th…

This study tested a new program to help young couples who have faced breast or gynecologic cancer. The program, delivered over video calls, aimed to help partners communicate better and cope with the sexual and fertility challenges that often follow cancer treatment. Researchers …

This study tested a support program called BOLSTER for people with gynecologic or gastrointestinal cancers and their caregivers. The goal was to help them better manage the transition home after a hospital stay by providing education, skills training, and symptom support. The res…

This study tested whether taking extra dietary fiber during pelvic radiation therapy for cancer could protect long-term bowel health and reduce inflammation. Over 350 patients were randomly assigned to take either fiber capsules or placebo pills, in addition to following a high-f…

This study tested an online education program designed to help women manage side effects after radiation treatment for gynecologic cancer. The program aimed to teach patients how to use vaginal dilators to prevent painful scarring and narrowing. Researchers compared outcomes betw…

This study tested whether a smartphone app paired with a Fitbit could help women manage symptoms during treatment for recurrent gynecologic cancers. The app asked patients to report side effects daily and provided tailored advice or alerts to call their doctor based on symptom se…

This study tested if a guided breathing technique called 'cardiac coherence,' paired with a hypnosis session, could help reduce anxiety before surgery and improve recovery afterward. It involved 53 adults scheduled for breast or gynecologic cancer surgery. The goal was to see if …

This study followed 40 women who had surgery for gynecologic cancers to understand their recovery experience. Researchers tracked their quality of life and whether they developed lymphedema (swelling) after treatment. The goal was to gather information about recovery patterns to …

This study tested whether connecting experienced gynecologic cancer patients ('ambassadors') with new patients ('mentees') could improve awareness and enrollment in clinical trials. Over 12 months, trained ambassadors held one-on-one discussions with mentees to share their trial …