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Can Self-Compassion training break the isolation of life with a stoma?

NCT ID NCT07809074

Symptom relief Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 09, 2026 · Last updated Sep 10, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

Colorectal cancer patients who live with a stoma often face stigma, social anxiety, and loneliness. Researchers are testing a six-week mindfulness and self-compassion program adapted for these patients. The pilot trial enrolls 20 adults who have finished active treatment and speak Cantonese or Mandarin. The study measures whether the program is practical to run and whether it changes loneliness, self-compassion, stigma, and social anxiety.

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Active substance
a mindfulness and self-compassion training program delivered in six weekly group sessions
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a low-risk, group-based way to help ostomy patients feel less isolated and more confident in social situations.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study of 20 people, so it may not show clear benefits or apply to other patients. Participants must attend six sessions, and the program may not suit everyone.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 20 people

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Expected to start

Sep 2026

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Expected to finish

Apr 2027

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Other sponsor

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * age ≥ 18 years old; * colon cancer or rectal cancer patients with stoma; * the stoma won't be reversed within 3 months when conducting the baseline survey; * after surgery of stoma formation; * complete active treatment; * Cantonese or Mandarin speaking. Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with cognitive impairment or dementia (e.g., Alzheimer's disease) as determined using International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10) criteria; * diagnosis of a severe mental disorder; * could not provide informed consent.

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Conditions

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colorectal cancer colorectal neoplasm

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Colorectal cancer (CRC) STOMA

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