RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06860425

Use of a Comprehensive, Mobile Application to Assist Cancer Patients With Diet, Nutrition and Activity

Sponsor

Montefiore Medical Center

Enrollment

50 participants

Start Date

Feb 28, 2023

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Cancer Patients Mobile Applications

Summary

The overarching purpose of this study is to assess whether patients will use the app throughout treatment on a regular basis, as the ultimate goal is to provide an educational platform that can impact patient behaviors and understanding towards health.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Inclusion Criteria8

Diagnosis of invasive malignancy of the brain, head and neck region, lung, breast (DCIS and invasive disease allowed), prostate, gastrointestinal system or gynecological region
Planned to receive, or have received, radiation therapy treatment with curative intent
Note: Patients undergoing systemic therapy are eligible
Note: Any dose/fractionation of curative-intent radiation therapy is eligible
Patients must have a smartphone or other device with the ability to receive text messages, download and use mobile applications
Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status 0-2
Ability to read and write in English
Provide written informed consent to participate in the study o NOTE: Patients enrolled on another clinical trial are eligible

Exclusion Criteria5

Metastatic cancer
Undergoing treatment with palliative intent
Poorly controlled diabetes (defined as fasting glucose level > 200 mg/dL despite attempts to improve glucose control by fasting duration and adjustment of medications)
Uncontrolled hypertension
Any medical condition requiring fluid restriction or nutrient restrictions

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