Can a smartphone app make surgeons seem more empathetic?
NCT ID NCT04688762
First seen Jul 08, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests a digital application designed to help surgeons explain breast cancer surgery to patients. The goal is to see if using the app during the first consultation makes patients feel their doctor is more empathetic and empowers them in decision-making. The study involves women scheduled for a lumpectomy and sentinel node biopsy.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- e-consult application (digital tool)
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this app could become a simple way to help patients feel more understood and involved in their surgical care.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study focused on patient perception, not medical outcomes. The app may not change actual empathy or satisfaction.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Centre François Baclesse
Caen, France
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