Evaluating a Digital Tool for Breast Cancer Support: The ADAPT Study
Purpose: This study examines how a digital tool aids self-management for individuals affected by breast cancer. It focuses on patient activation as the main goal, while also looking at health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and overall health status as secondary goals.
Methods:
Women with early-stage breast cancer were divided into two groups: one received standard care (control), while the other received standard care plus the digital tool (intervention). Data was gathered through various questionnaires at different time points: baseline, 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year after diagnosis.
Results:
A total of 166 women participated, with 85 in the intervention group. The study found no significant differences in patient activation or quality of life between the two groups. It’s important to highlight that many participants in the intervention group did not consistently use the digital tool.
Conclusion:
The digital tool did not significantly improve patient activation or quality of life for women with early-stage breast cancer compared to standard care. Future studies should explore ways to encourage better engagement with digital tools for improved outcomes.
Clinical Trial Registration: This study is registered at clinicaltrials.gov (NCT03866655).
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