RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07474337

The Effect of Mindfulness-Based Breathing Exercises on Symptom Control

The Effect of Mindfulness-Based Breathing Exercises on Symptom Control and Salivary Cortisol Levels in Breast Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy

Sponsor

Firat University

Enrollment

72 participants

Start Date

Mar 10, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Breast Cancer

Summary

This randomized controlled experimental study aims to evaluate the effect of mindfulness-based breathing exercises on symptom management and salivary cortisol levels in breast cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. The study population will consist of breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy treatment in the Oncology Department of Fırat University Hospital. A total of 72 patients who meet the inclusion criteria and volunteer to participate will be included in the study, with 36 patients in the experimental group and 36 in the control group. Data will be collected using the Personal Information Form and the Edmonton Symptom Assessment Scale. The findings of this study are expected to provide evidence regarding the effectiveness of mindfulness-based breathing exercises in improving symptom management and reducing stress levels in breast cancer patients receiving chemotherapy.

Eligibility

Sex: FEMALEMin Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This trial is testing whether mindfulness-based breathing exercises can help reduce symptoms like anxiety, nausea, and fatigue in women who are receiving chemotherapy for the first time for breast cancer. Participants will practice guided breathing exercises and be followed up by phone. **You may be eligible if...** - You are over 18 years old - You know your cancer diagnosis - You are receiving chemotherapy for the first time for breast cancer - You have stage I, II, or III breast cancer - You are not being treated for another cancer at the same time - You are able to speak and hear well enough for phone interviews - You do not have a psychiatric condition that would affect your understanding **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have communication difficulties - You have significant psychiatric problems Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALMindfulness-Based Breathing Exercise

Mindfulness-based breathing exercises focusing attention on breathing to promote awareness and support symptom management in breast cancer patients receiving chemotherapy.

Locations(1)

Gül DURAL

Elâzığ, Turkey (Türkiye)

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