Can a video chat calm cancer patients before radiation?

NCT ID NCT07255196

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This trial compares two ways to educate breast cancer patients before radiotherapy: a standard phone call versus a videoconference with a radiation therapist. The goal is to see if seeing a face on screen reduces patients' fears and anxiety more than a voice on the phone. About 130 participants will fill out questionnaires before and after their education session and treatment.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: videoconferencing software for pre-treatment education
What this could lead to: If it works, this could show that virtual face-to-face education helps patients feel less anxious and more prepared for radiotherapy.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 130 participants. The benefit may be small or not apply to all patients. It does not test a new drug or treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

breast cancer

As listed by the trial registrant

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

PATIENT EDUCATION RADIOTHERAPY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Princess Margaret Cancer Center
RECRUITING

Toronto, Ontario, M5G 2C4, Canada

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