AI coach may soothe radiation skin burns in breast cancer patients
NCT ID NCT07649902
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether an artificial intelligence-powered digital education program can reduce the severity of radiodermatitis (skin irritation from radiation) and improve quality of life in women with breast cancer. 38 patients will be randomly assigned to either receive the AI program or standard care. The program includes modules on skin care, symptom management, and emotional support, with personalized reminders. Researchers will measure skin reactions weekly and quality of life before and after treatment.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- AI-powered digital education program
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, non-drug way to reduce skin side effects and improve well-being for breast cancer patients during radiotherapy.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 38 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The program's success depends on patient engagement and internet access.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 38 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Aug 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Jul 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * Women aged 18 years or older diagnosed with primary breast cancer who have completed surgical treatment and are scheduled to receive adjuvant radiotherapy. * Patients who will receive radiotherapy for the first time. * Patients whose general health condition is suitable for participation in the study and follow-up assessments. * Patients who are able to read, understand, and communicate in Turkish. * Patients who have access to the internet and are able to use a smartphone, tablet, or computer to access the digital education program. * Patients who voluntarily agree to participate in the study and provide written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Previous radiotherapy to the same treatment area. * Presence of an active infection, open wound, or severe dermatological disease within the radiation treatment field. * History of a chronic skin condition that may affect radiation-induced skin reactions. * Cognitive or psychiatric conditions that may prevent participants from following the educational program or complying with the study procedures and data collection process.
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