Pre-surgery 'school' via video may cut complications after cancer surgery

NCT ID NCT06631872

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a telehealth education program, called Surgery School, helps people prepare for lung or major abdominal cancer surgery. Participants will watch videos and talk with a clinician online before their operation. The goal is to see if this reduces breathing problems after surgery and speeds up recovery. The trial plans to enroll 515 adults across multiple sites.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

telehealth education and exercise program

What this could lead to

If it works, this could show that preparing patients online before cancer surgery helps them recover faster and have fewer breathing problems.

What could go wrong

This is a behavioral intervention, not a drug, so the effect may be modest. The trial is still recruiting and results are not yet available.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

lung cancer

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Austin Health

    RECRUITING

    Heidelberg, Victoria, 3084, Australia

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  • Calvary Mater Newcastle

    RECRUITING

    Waratah, New South Wales, 2298, Australia

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  • Fiona Stanley Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Perth, Western Australia, 6845, Australia

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  • Gold Coast University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Southport, Queensland, 4215, Australia

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  • John Hunter Hospital

    RECRUITING

    New Lambton Heights, New South Wales, 2305, Australia

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  • Launceston General Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia

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  • North West Regional Hospital

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Burnie, Tasmania, 7320, Australia

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  • Princess Alexandra Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Woolloongabba, Queensland, 4102, Australia

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  • Royal Melbourne Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Melbourne, Victoria, 3050, Australia

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