Anonymous Survey of Breast Cancer Patients Concerning Their Use of Medical Apps
Are you a woman living with breast cancer? Researchers are carrying out an anonymous survey to learn about how breast cancer patients use mobile health apps. They want to understand what you find most helpful about these apps, what you might find challenging, and what features you think could make them better. The information gathered from this survey will help healthcare providers and app developers create more useful tools to support breast cancer patients in managing their health. Taking part simply involves answering some questions about your experiences during a routine appointment. There are no treatments involved, just sharing your thoughts to help future patients.
At a glance
What is this study about?
This research is an anonymous survey designed for women who are currently undergoing treatment for breast cancer. The main goal is to understand how these women use smartphone or tablet apps for managing their health and what they think about them. Researchers want to find out what's important to patients when they use these apps and what special features or support breast cancer patients might need.
This isn't a study about new medicines or treatments. Instead, it's about gathering your experiences and opinions on health apps. By doing this, the researchers hope to identify ways to make healthcare better for breast cancer patients, potentially by improving existing apps or developing new ones that truly meet patients' needs.
The information collected from your responses will be completely anonymous, meaning your identity will not be linked to your answers. This helps ensure that you can share your honest opinions freely, which is very important for the study's success.
Key takeaways
- It's an anonymous survey for women with breast cancer.
- The study focuses on understanding how patients use health apps.
- Your feedback could help improve future health apps for breast cancer patients.
- Participation involves completing a questionnaire during a routine appointment.
- There are no new treatments, medications, or extra visits involved.
- Your answers are confidential and won't affect your medical care.
Who may be eligible?
This survey is looking for women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. You need to be at least 18 years old to take part.
It's also important that you are able to understand what the study is asking of you and can follow simple instructions from the study staff. This makes sure that you can complete the questionnaires accurately and comfortably.
There are no other specific requirements or conditions that would stop you from taking part, apart from those mentioned.
Could this study suit you?
Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.
- Are you 18 years old or older?
- Have you been diagnosed with breast cancer?
- Can you understand and follow instructions from study staff?
- You won't be excluded for any other reason.
What does participation involve?
If you decide to take part in this study, you will be asked to complete a questionnaire during one of your regular appointments at the hospital. This questionnaire will ask you questions about your experiences using medical apps on your phone or tablet. There are no extra hospital visits required, and you won't need to take any new medication or have any special tests. The time it takes to complete the questionnaire will be fairly short, usually done during your standard appointment, and there's no long-term follow-up required after you've submitted your answers.
Potential risks and benefits
Locations (1)
- Klinikum rechts der Isar, Frauenklinik, Technische Universität MünchenVerified postcodeMunich, Germany
Common questions
What is this study about?
It's a survey for breast cancer patients about how they use health apps on their phones or tablets.
Will my answers be kept private?
Yes, all your responses will be completely anonymous and your identity will not be linked to your answers.
Do I have to download a new app to take part?
No, you just share your experiences with apps you may already use or have used.
How long will it take to complete the survey?
It will take a short amount of time, usually during one of your routine hospital appointments.
Can I change my mind after starting the survey?
Yes, you are free to stop taking part at any time without it affecting your medical care.
How to find out more
Always speak to your GP or specialist before deciding to take part in a study.
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