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Can a video call replace a clinic visit for cancer patients on radiotherapy?

NCT ID NCT07724548

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital & Research Centre Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Summary

This trial tests whether virtual follow-up visits are as good as in-person visits for cancer patients receiving radiotherapy. Researchers will compare patient and doctor satisfaction, communication quality, and how well telehealth works in a busy radiation oncology setting. The goal is to see if virtual visits can be a practical option during active cancer treatment.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to
If virtual visits prove satisfactory and effective, this could support wider use of telehealth for cancer patients during treatment, reducing travel and wait times.
What could go wrong
This is a single-center trial with 180 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Telehealth may not suit all patients or detect certain clinical issues as well as in-person visits.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Participants

About 180 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

May 2026

Expected to finish

Oct 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

All cancer patients requiring radiotherapy

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Patients who are 18 years and above. 2. All patients who are undergoing radiotherapy (\>5 fractions). 3. Capacity to provide informed consent for participation in the study. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Patients below 18 years 2. Unable to provide informed consent for participation in the study.

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Radiotherapy

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer hospital & Research Centre

    RECRUITING

    Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan

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