Can pictures help surgeons talk about cancer risks?
NCT ID NCT06965192
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether showing surgeons a visual decision-support tool before they meet with patients improves how they discuss risks and benefits of surgery. Up to 20 urologists and 200 patients with prostate or kidney cancer will take part. Researchers will compare conversations before and after the tool is introduced.
What this could mean
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Active substance
visual decision-support tool
What this could lead to
If successful, this could improve how surgeons communicate risks and benefits of cancer surgery, leading to better-informed patients.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage behavioral study with no direct treatment. Results may not change actual outcomes or apply to all settings.
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New Hanover Regional Medical Center
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGWilmington, North Carolina, 28401, United States
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UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
RECRUITINGChapel Hill, North Carolina, 27599, United States
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