Can a video replace genetic counseling for cancer patients?

NCT ID NCT05225428

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is testing whether an 8-minute educational video can effectively prepare cancer patients for genetic testing, compared to standard genetic counseling. Over 1,000 adults with various cancers will participate. The goal is to see if the video is acceptable and improves understanding, especially for diverse populations.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Video education

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show that a simple video is as good as genetic counseling for educating patients about hereditary cancer risk, making testing more accessible.

What could go wrong

This is an early-stage behavioral study, not testing a treatment. The video may not work as well for all groups, and results may not change clinical practice.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

breast cancer breast neoplasm colorectal cancer colorectal neoplasm kidney cancer malignant pancreatic neoplasm melanoma ovarian cancer pancreatic neoplasm prostate cancer renal carcinoma sarcoma

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

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Dana Farber Cancer Institute

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    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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