Can a survey capture what patients expect from thyroid surgery?
NCT ID NCT01412762
First seen Aug 05, 2026 · Last updated Aug 06, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study aims to develop a survey that measures what patients expect before undergoing surgery for thyroid cancer. Researchers will interview patients before and after their operation to identify common themes and concerns. The goal is to create a tool that helps doctors better prepare and inform patients about their treatment, potentially improving the overall experience.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Patient interviews and a survey to develop a patient-reported outcomes instrument
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to a tool that helps doctors better prepare and inform patients about thyroid surgery, improving patient satisfaction and reducing anxiety.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage study focused on developing a measurement tool, not testing a treatment. The survey may not fully capture all patient expectations or may not be widely applicable beyond this specific patient group.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
New York, New York, 10065, United States
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