RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07602374

Efficacy of Written Versus Video Patient Education Materials for Postmastectomy Breast Reconstruction

Evaluating the Efficacy of Written Versus Video Patient Education Materials for Postmastectomy Breast Reconstruction Patients: Knowledge, Confidence, and Anxiety

Sponsor

University of California, San Francisco

Enrollment

100 participants

Start Date

Jun 6, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Breast Surgery

Summary

This is a prospective, randomized controlled trial evaluating the comparative efficacy of written, video, and combined written and video patient education materials relative to no supplemental education for University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) patients presenting for post-mastectomy breast reconstruction consultation.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Inclusion Criteria7

Adults aged 18 or older
Presenting as a new patient to the UCSF plastic surgery breast reconstruction clinic
Considering mastectomy, including:
\- Therapeutic mastectomy in the setting of a breast cancer diagnosis
\- Prophylactic mastectomy in the setting of a confirmed high-risk genetic variant
\- Staged procedures, including delayed mastectomy with initial reduction
Participants who are undecided between lumpectomy and mastectomy

Exclusion Criteria3

Established patients returning for follow-up, in order to minimize confounding variables of individual surgeon education style on outcome measures
Participants who are primarily considering lumpectomy or oncoplastic reduction at the time of their visit
Non-English speakers, as educational materials are currently available in English only

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